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   love

   /lʌv/

   noun

   • 1. an intense feeling of deep affection: "babies fill parents with feelings of love" Similar deep affectionfondnesstendernesswarmthintimacyattachmentendearmentdevotionadorationdotingidolizationworshippassionardourdesirelustyearninginfatuationadulationbesottednesscompassioncarecaringregardsolicitudeconcernwarmthfriendlinessfriendshipkindnesscharitygoodwillsympathykindlinessaltruismphilanthropyunselfishnessbenevolencebrotherlinesssisterlinessfellow feelinghumanityrelationshiplove affairaffairromanceliaisonaffair of the heartintrigueamourOpposite hatred
   • ▪ a feeling of deep romantic or sexual attachment to someone: "they were both in love with her"
   • ▪ affectionate greetings conveyed to someone on one's behalf: "give her my love" Similar best wishesregardsgood wishesgreetingskind/kindest regardsfelicitationssalutationscomplimentsbestrespects
   • ▪ a formula for ending an affectionate letter: "take care, lots of love, Judy"
   • ▪ a personified figure of love, often represented as Cupid.
   • 2. a great interest and pleasure in something: "his love for football" Similar likingweaknesspartialitybentleaningproclivityinclinationdispositionenjoymentappreciationsoft spottastedelightrelishpassionzealappetitezestenthusiasmkeennesspredilectionpenchantfondness
   • 3. a person or thing that one loves: "she was the love of his life" Similar belovedloved onelove of one's lifedeardearestdear onedarlingsweetheartsweetsweet oneangelhoneyloverboyfriendgirlfriendsignificant otherbetrothedparamourinamoratainamoratoquerida
   • ▪ a friendly form of address: informal British "it's all right, love"
   • ▪ used in affectionate requests: informal "don't fret, there's a love"
   • 4. (in tennis, squash, and some other sports) a score of zero; nil: "love fifteen"

   verb

   • 1. feel deep affection for (someone): "he loved his sister dearly" Similar be in love withbe infatuated withbe smitten withbe besotted withbe passionate aboutcare very much forfeel deep affection forhold very dearadorethink the world ofbe devoted todote oncherishworshipidolizetreasureprizeinformal:be mad/crazy/nuts/wild abouthave a pash oncarry a torch forbe potty aboutOpposite hateloathedetest
   • ▪ feel a deep romantic or sexual attachment to (someone): "she really loved him" Similar be in love withbe infatuated withbe smitten withbe besotted withbe passionate aboutcare very much forfeel deep affection forhold very dearadorethink the world ofbe devoted todote oncherishworshipidolizetreasureprizeinformal:be mad/crazy/nuts/wild abouthave a pash oncarry a torch forbe potty aboutOpposite hateloathedetest
   • 2. like or enjoy very much: "I just love dancing" Similar like very muchdelight inenjoy greatlyhave a passion fortake great pleasure inderive great pleasure fromhave a great liking forbe addicted torelishsavourhave a weakness forbe partial tohave a soft spot forhave a taste forbe taken withhave a predilection forhave a proclivity forhave a penchant forinformal:get a kick from/out ofhave a thing about/forbe mad for/aboutbe crazy/nuts/wild aboutbe hooked onget off onget a buzz from/out ofbe potty aboutgo a bundle on

   Word Origin Old Englishlufu, of Germanic origin; from an Indo-European root shared by Sanskrit lubhyati ‘desires’, Latin libet ‘it is pleasing’, libido ‘desire’, also by leave2 and lief.

   Derivatives

   • 1. loveworthy adjective

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › LoveLove - Wikipedia

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   Love encompasses a range of strong and positive emotional and mental states, from the most sublime virtue or good habit, the deepest interpersonal affection, to the simplest pleasure. An example of this range of meanings is that the love of a mother differs from the love of a spouse, which differs from the love for food.

3. www.verywellmind.com › what-is-love-2795343What Is Love?: Types, Signs, and How to Cultivate It

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   May 6, 2024 · Love involves emotions and behaviors characterized by passion, intimacy, and commitment. Learn what love is and how to tell when you're in love with someone.

4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › loveLove Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of LOVE is strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties. How to use love in a sentence.

5. theconversation.com › what-is-love-139212What is love? - The Conversation

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   Jul 14, 2020 · Romantic love has been found to exist in 147 of 166 cultures looked at in one study. The complexity of love has much to do with how people experience it differently and how it can change over...

6. www.psychologytoday.com › us › blog9 Things Everyone Should Understand About Love

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   Dec 29, 2023 · Relationships. 9 Things Everyone Should Understand About Love. It's stress-responsive, vulnerable, and hard to heal. Posted December 29, 2023 | Reviewed by Pam Dailey. Key points. Love is not...

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishLOVE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   LOVE definition: 1. to like another adult very much and be romantically and sexually attracted to them, or to have…. Learn more.

8. psychcentral.com › the-psychology-of-loveThe Psychology of Love: Theories and Facts | Psych Central

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   Sep 20, 2022 · Love is a fundamental and complex human emotion. Learn more about the different types of love and their effects on our bodies.

9. www.bbc.co.uk › science › hottopicsBBC Science | Human Body & Mind | Science of Love

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   Feb 12, 2004 · Find out all you need to know about falling in love - from what makes you look sexy to the opposite sex to how to flirt.

10. www.britannica.com › topic › love-emotionLove | Definition, Etymology, Theories, Psychology, Biology ...

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    May 28, 2024 · Love, an emotion characterized by strong feelings of affection for another arising out of kinship, companionship, admiration, or benevolence. In a related sense, “love” designates a benevolent concern for the good or welfare of others.

11. www.psychologytoday.com › 202104 › what-love-isWhat Love Is | Psychology Today

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    Apr 18, 2021 · What does it mean to be in love? Posted April 18, 2021|Reviewed by Jessica Schrader. Find a therapist to strengthen relationships. Key points. Love involves some combination of intimacy,...