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UK/["/rəʊˈmæntɪk/"]/US/["/rəʊˈmæntɪk/"]/

Meaning of Romantic

connected with or about love or a sexual relationship

In simple words: Related to love or relationships.

Romantic in a sentence

  • They had a romantic dinner by candlelight.
  • The film was filled with romantic scenes that made everyone cry.
  • He wrote her a series of romantic poems during their relationship.
  • She loves to read romantic novels about love and adventure.
  • The vacation was so romantic that they decided to plan their wedding.

How to use Romantic

Often used to describe feelings, actions, or settings that are affectionate or love-related. More common in casual conversations about relationships but can also be used formally.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'romance' which sounds like 'romantic' – imagine a couple on a candlelit dinner.

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Synonyms for Romantic

Opposites of Romantic

  • unromantic
  • indifferent
  • cold

Common mistakes with Romantic

  • Confused with 'romance' (the noun form).
  • Using 'romantic' when describing friendship instead of love.
  • Overusing the term, making it sound insincere.

Compare Romantic with Charming, Passionate, Sentimental

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Frequently asked questions about Romantic

What does Romantic mean?

Related to love or relationships.

What is the definition of Romantic?

connected with or about love or a sexual relationship

How do you use Romantic in a sentence?

They had a romantic dinner by candlelight.

Can you give another example of Romantic?

The film was filled with romantic scenes that made everyone cry.

What are synonyms for Romantic?

Common alternatives include loving, affectionate, charming, passionate, sentimental.

What is the opposite of Romantic?

Opposite meanings include unromantic, indifferent, cold.

What words go with Romantic?

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What are common mistakes when using Romantic?

Confused with 'romance' (the noun form). Using 'romantic' when describing friendship instead of love. Overusing the term, making it sound insincere.

How do you pronounce Romantic?

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

When should I use Romantic?

Often used to describe feelings, actions, or settings that are affectionate or love-related. More common in casual conversations about relationships but can also be used formally.

What CEFR level is Romantic?

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