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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Others are opting for restorative practices, which emphasize group conversations where students share feelings and perspectives to build community and resolve conflict.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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But the good feeling didn’t last long as the Mariners hit four home runs of their own after that.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Having to fight and co-exist with those hell-bent on spewing lies and attention-grabbing hyperbole only clouds up the room, ruins the mood and takes away minutes from those who have been tackling real problems that truly need their government’s help.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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Week by week, the mood in the narrow classroom was increasingly glum, the students trading whispered remarks when Darcy spoke.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 May 2026
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“Passions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passions. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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