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Synonyms & Similar Words
enthusiasm
eagerness
zeal
ardor
fervor
intensity
excitement
energy
dedication
devotion
commitment
love
affection
desire
longing
yearning
craving
hunger
thirst
interest
engagement
involvement
participation
absorption
obsession
fixation
mania
infatuation
fascination
captivation
enthrallment
bewitchment
enchantment
allure
appeal
attraction
charm
allurements
seduction
Meaning of Passion
a strong and barely controllable emotion
Definitions
- A strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about doing something
- * A strong and barely controllable emotion, typically one that results in or is expressed by intense physical or mental activity
Etymology of Passion
The word "passion" originated from Old French "passion", which is derived from Latin "passio", meaning "suffering" or "enduring", and is also related to the verb "pati", which means "to suffer"
Historically, the word was used to describe the suffering of Jesus Christ, and later it expanded to include strong emotions such as love, anger, or enthusiasm
Example Uses
- Her passion for music led her to become a professional singer
- * He has a passion for cooking and tries out new recipes every week
- * The team played with passion and dedication, winning the championship
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
apathy
indifference
lethargy
laziness
sluggishness
dullness
boredom
disinterest
dispassion
detachment
coolness
calmness
serenity
tranquility
impassivity
neutrality
objectivity
ambivalence
unconcern
unenthusiasm
lackluster
halfheartedness