CEFR B2

passionately

adverb

Meaning

In a way that shows strong feelings, enthusiasm, or a deep belief in something.

Examples

He argued passionately for the new policy.
The artist painted passionately, pouring all her emotions onto the canvas.

Synonyms: keenly, ardently, fervently, zealously

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passionately (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈpæʃənətli/

Definition

In a way that shows strong feelings, enthusiasm, or a deep belief in something.

Examples

He argued passionately for the new policy.
The artist painted passionately, pouring all her emotions onto the canvas.
They defended their beliefs passionately, refusing to back down.

How to Use passionately

passionately about (prepositional phrase): To express strong feelings or enthusiasm concerning a particular subject. — "He spoke passionately about his childhood memories."
passionately for (prepositional phrase): To defend or advocate strongly for something. — "The team played passionately for the championship title."
passionately into (prepositional phrase): To be deeply engrossed or involved in an activity with strong emotion. — "She threw herself passionately into her new research project."

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