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
Fabric has always been one of my biggest passions in my career.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
But when John’s cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza) returns to London to tend to the Kilmartin estate, Fran’s complicated feelings will have her questioning whether to stick to her pragmatic intentions or pursue her inner passions.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 13 May 2026
The cultural upbringing, hobbies, avocations, passions, and beliefs of Mercado and Oscar are virtually the same.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
Students of all skill levels are welcomed to participate and find their passions.
—Cullen Gibson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Courtney Williams can ignite passions — and tempers — with in-your-jersey intensity.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 May 2026
The searchable database provides users a platform to discover groups and organizations that align with the user’s interests and passions.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
Now those passions are driving where people book their vacations.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
The key is to channel your energy, emotions and passions accordingly.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
But when John’s cousin Michaela (Masali Baduza) returns to London to tend to the Kilmartin estate, Fran’s complicated feelings will have her questioning whether to stick to her pragmatic intentions or pursue her inner passions.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 13 May 2026
The cultural upbringing, hobbies, avocations, passions, and beliefs of Mercado and Oscar are virtually the same.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
Students of all skill levels are welcomed to participate and find their passions.
—Cullen Gibson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Courtney Williams can ignite passions — and tempers — with in-your-jersey intensity.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 8 May 2026
The searchable database provides users a platform to discover groups and organizations that align with the user’s interests and passions.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 7 May 2026
Now those passions are driving where people book their vacations.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
The key is to channel your energy, emotions and passions accordingly.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passions
Noun
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And at Matthieu Blazy’s debut for Chanel, emotion and feeling comes alive through a multitude of prints, textures, sculptural shapes, and color-blocking.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Now, fans spill from arenas into restaurants, bars, and city streets all year round, still dressed in team jerseys and united by the feeling that this moment is long overdue.—
Julia Viele,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
Noun
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And the mood in the stands could not have been less connected with events on the pitch.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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Cryotherapy chambers expose the body to extreme sub-zero temperatures for two to three minutes, while cold plunges rely on ice water for similar effects on muscle recovery, inflammation and mood.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Passions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passions. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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