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."

Synonyms of passionately

Words with a similar meaning to passionately:

• keenly
• ardently
• fervently
• zealously

Antonyms of passionately

Words with the opposite meaning to passionately:

• apathetically
• indifferently
• calmly

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