1
as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
your passion for your cause is admirable, but you still can't insult people who disagree with you
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2
as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
married at the age of 18, they share a passion that has lasted for over half a century
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as in desire
a strong wish for something
a passion to become a doctor
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5
as in emotion
a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation
people are sometimes slaves to their own passions
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as in feeling
passions plural
general emotional condition
people who are swayed by their passions and not by reason
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as in lust
intense sexual desire
their relationship began with passion but a deep love quickly grew between them
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as in lustfulness
sexual appetite
the kind of pent-up passion that comes from having spent the winter in remote isolation
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Recent Examples of passion
Food was another passion of his, according to his grandmother.
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Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 13 July 2025
Did the show fuel your passion to do more musical theater or to be on Broadway?
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Monte sat down with The Kansas City Star’s culture and identity reporter, J.M. Banks, to talk about finding his passion for theater, his time in New York working on Broadway and making his directorial debut producing his first stage production.
—Kansas City Star, 12 July 2025
His passion for all-things superhero has a giddy innocence to it even when his films are sarcastic or jokey.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for passion
Nicholas Williams, New York Daily News, 13 July 2025
Did the show fuel your passion to do more musical theater or to be on Broadway?
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 July 2025
Monte sat down with The Kansas City Star’s culture and identity reporter, J.M. Banks, to talk about finding his passion for theater, his time in New York working on Broadway and making his directorial debut producing his first stage production.
—Kansas City Star, 12 July 2025
His passion for all-things superhero has a giddy innocence to it even when his films are sarcastic or jokey.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for passion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for passion
Noun
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Your loyalty, enthusiasm and belief in our products have meant the world to us.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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It was never built, because understanding dolphin language was never a research priority, but the whole project just feels very 1970s in its inspiration and enthusiasm.—
Eva Amsen,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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What was special about Dope Folks — and a testament to Kuester's knowledge and love of music — was its mission of seeking out and reissuing rare rap records.—
Kylie Volavongsa,
jsonline.com,
12 July 2025
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Once again, a smiling Rodón showed his love for Judge, waiting for the right fielder near the Yankees dugout after recording his last out of the evening.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
12 July 2025
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Anyone who's ever had a social media crush (or frenemy) might relate a little too much to this juicy drama.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
3 July 2025
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In this funny, yet heartbreaking show, Kimberly is forced to navigate family dysfunction, her rare genetic condition, her first crush and possible felony charges.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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Wheeler will not participate in the game, citing his desire to stay on routine to help the Phillies win in the second half.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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At its core, this lifestyle aesthetic reflects a generation’s desire to return to a slower, simpler way of life.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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The prefrontal cortex – the area of the brain that regulates emotions, behavior and memory processing – is the last region to connect to others, one which may not fully integrate until the third decade of life.—
The Marshall Project,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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The moment was filled with conflicting emotions, a mix of gratitude and solemn reflection.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Businesses themselves have to discover what the new way of thinking, speaking, feeling, acting and interacting might mean for their own workplace and their own business.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Inside the lacrosse All-Star events Friday and Saturday had all the feelings of a weekend sports extravaganza, similar to an NBA or NHL All-Star Weekend.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
6 July 2025
Noun
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La Piscine’s dark summer romp through the dangers of lust, jealousy, and gluttony proves nothing is ultimately sexier than the privilege of indifference.—
Erik Morse,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
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This is consciousness-raising comedy about divinity, lust and landscaping that is also a beautiful balanced human drama.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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Cooler temperatures raise level of play The temperature dropped, and the intensity rose.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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Expressing Emotions Supports Emotional Regulation While many try to instinctively suppress uncomfortable emotions, research shows that simply putting your feelings into words can powerfully help regulate emotional intensity.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Passion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passion. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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