as in feeling
general emotional condition
people who are swayed by their passions and not by reason
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Recent Examples of passions
But the vibe, or lack of it, was much the same in Huntington Beach, where MAGA passions run high.
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Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 3 June 2026
Obama advised youngsters to avoid the trappings of wealth to be able to pursue their passions more freely.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 June 2026
But according to the entertainer, Day’s most genuine passions were at home.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, Architectural Digest, 2 June 2026
The appetite for products that reflect those passions is only accelerating.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The judges were impressed, not just with Lara’s dance talent but her ability to clearly articulate her thoughts and passions.
—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
Their sibling bond only deepened after witnessing each other's love for their passions grow and develop over the years.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 May 2026
Contemporary composer Ruth Naomi Floyd uses Anderson’s life and passions as inspiration for a new body of compositions inspired by her unique fusion of authentic jazz and stately classical formations.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Pairing their passions for music and philanthropy, Canyon Crest Academy sophomores Adam Taub and Naya Thomas recently staged a successful Spring Jam benefit concert featuring performances from local student bands, with all funds raised supporting the International Health Collective at UC San Diego.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2026
Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 3 June 2026
Obama advised youngsters to avoid the trappings of wealth to be able to pursue their passions more freely.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 June 2026
But according to the entertainer, Day’s most genuine passions were at home.
—Juliana Ukiomogbe, Architectural Digest, 2 June 2026
The appetite for products that reflect those passions is only accelerating.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The judges were impressed, not just with Lara’s dance talent but her ability to clearly articulate her thoughts and passions.
—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
Their sibling bond only deepened after witnessing each other's love for their passions grow and develop over the years.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 May 2026
Contemporary composer Ruth Naomi Floyd uses Anderson’s life and passions as inspiration for a new body of compositions inspired by her unique fusion of authentic jazz and stately classical formations.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Pairing their passions for music and philanthropy, Canyon Crest Academy sophomores Adam Taub and Naya Thomas recently staged a successful Spring Jam benefit concert featuring performances from local student bands, with all funds raised supporting the International Health Collective at UC San Diego.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passions
Noun
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People there described feelings of anguish and uncertainty in recent interviews.—
Alayna Treene,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Do not allow someone else to manipulate your feelings.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Expect smart, mood-setting lighting within easy reach of the bed, neon accents that frame the W’s famously comfortable bed, a tech-forward setup that feels intuitive, and lightning-fast Wi-Fi.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Its design mirrors the user’s mood to keep the conversation flowing.—
Hansa Bhargava,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Passions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passions. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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