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Passion

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈpæʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈpæʃn/"]/

Meaning of Passion

a very strong feeling of love, hate, anger, enthusiasm, etc.

In simple words: A strong feeling of love or enthusiasm for something.

Passion in a sentence

• Her passion for painting is evident in every stroke of her brush.
• He spoke with such passion about environmental issues that everyone listened intently.
• They shared a passion for hiking and would explore new trails every weekend.
• His passion for music drove him to start a band in college.
• The movie was filled with themes of love and passion, captivating the audience.

How to use Passion

Used frequently in both spoken and written English. Suitable for personal contexts, but can also be used in professional settings when discussing interests or motivations. Avoid using in overly casual contexts.

Grammar pattern

passion + for/about + object

Memory hint

Think of 'passion' as you feel 'passionately' — like a flame burning inside you!

Related words

Collocations with Passion

• grand
• great
• all-consuming
• surge
• wave
• arouse
• awaken
• ignite
• cool
• wane
• drive somebody
• with passion
• passion between
• passion for
• a crime of passion
• full of passion
• a night of passion
• grand
• great
• all-consuming
• surge
• wave
• arouse
• awaken
• ignite
• cool
• wane
• drive somebody
• with passion
• passion between
• passion for
• a crime of passion
• full of passion
• a night of passion

Synonyms for Passion

• rage

Opposites of Passion

• indifference
• apathy
• disinterest

Common mistakes with Passion

• Confused with 'compassion' which is about empathy.
• Using 'passion' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Mixing up the meaning with 'fascination', which is less intense.

Frequently asked questions about Passion

What does Passion mean?

A strong feeling of love or enthusiasm for something.

What is the definition of Passion?

a very strong feeling of love, hate, anger, enthusiasm, etc.

How do you use Passion in a sentence?

Her passion for painting is evident in every stroke of her brush.

Can you give another example of Passion?

He spoke with such passion about environmental issues that everyone listened intently.

What are synonyms for Passion?

Common alternatives include rage.

What is the opposite of Passion?

Opposite meanings include indifference, apathy, disinterest.

What words go with Passion?

It commonly pairs with grand, great, all-consuming, surge, wave, arouse, awaken, ignite, cool, wane, drive somebody, with passion, passion between, passion for, a crime of passion, full of passion, a night of passion, grand, great, all-consuming, surge, wave, arouse, awaken, ignite, cool, wane, drive somebody, with passion, passion between, passion for, a crime of passion, full of passion, a night of passion.

What are common mistakes when using Passion?

Confused with 'compassion' which is about empathy. Using 'passion' as a verb instead of a noun. Mixing up the meaning with 'fascination', which is less intense.

How do you pronounce Passion?

US: /["/ˈpæʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpæʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Passion?

Used frequently in both spoken and written English. Suitable for personal contexts, but can also be used in professional settings when discussing interests or motivations. Avoid using in overly casual contexts.

What CEFR level is Passion?

"Passion" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.