truelove

noun

ˈtrü-ˌləv How to pronounce truelove (audio)
Definition of truelovenext
as in sweetheart
a person with whom one is in love has been married to his truelove for 50 years

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for truelove
  1. sweetheart
  2. darling
  3. sweetie
  4. dear
  5. lover
  6. love
  7. sweet
  8. girlfriend
Noun
  • In this Southern mystery with a sci-fi twist, tensions rise in a small Bible Belt community when faced with the appearance of mysterious lights in the sky, the strange disappearance of a local sweetheart, and the possible connection between them.
    — Peter White, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026
  • His college sweetheart and wife of nearly 56 years, Mickey, died in 2011.
    — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweetheart
Noun
  • No worries—per this Copenhagen Fashion Week darling, longline nighties are just as trendy as their mini counterparts.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Audiences are giving it an 86% so this isn’t just a critical darling, but a popular movie all around.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of darling
Noun
  • Sorry, sweetie, but that’s the nature of the game, no matter what network.
    — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 25 May 2026
  • The said witty, hedonistic sweetie is not so much a strutting shock machine as a normative character, a familiar sight on the Rialto with a whole lot of high-end Broadway competition working just down the street.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Definition of sweetie
Noun
  • Roberts hopes the new restaurant, which is open for lunch and dinner and features a full bar specializing in classic Southern cocktails and bellinis, will give guests a taste of the flavors and comfort he’s held dear for decades.
    — Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 2 Feb. 2026
  • Early on, Leonardo Spinazzola made a mistake similar to the one Billy Gilmour committed last week, one that cost Napoli dear against Torino.
    — James Horncastle, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2025
Definition of dear
Noun
  • Art lovers and newer aficionados will appreciate learning more about the artists, the art, and how they were created.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Coffee lovers who appreciate a deep and strong cup of Joe may especially enjoy brewing coffee with a percolator.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of lover
Noun
  • Founder Chau Nguyen said the idea grew out of his lifelong love of cars.
    — Alexa Liacko, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Based on David Nicholls’ bestselling book, the series stars Marnie (Foy) and Michael (Macfadyen), who unexpectedly fall in love when their mutual friend Cleo (Crome) brings a group together for a walking weekend in the UK’s Lake District.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of love
Noun
  • Every sniff and sip unlocks a new avenue of flavor, from sugary sweets to citrus to orchard fruit to earthiness and herbal spice.
    — Chris Perugini, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Here are the 18 snacks and sweets that delivered on taste and innovation.
    — Editors of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of sweet
Noun
  • Recently, a New Bedford police officer was accused of misusing Flock camera data to keep tabs on her ex-girlfriend.
    — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Off the red carpet, Elordi has been enjoying his time in London with rumored girlfriend Kendall Jenner.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of girlfriend
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“Truelove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/truelove. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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