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Amorous

Verb / ˈæmɜ:ʌs / Another word for amorous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Amorous means showing romantic love or desire.

Synonyms & similar words

romantic amative amatory romantic loving passionate affectionate ardent fond devoted tender amatory erotic sensual sexy lustful libidinous lecherous licentious salacious randy horny hot

Example sentences

  1. The amorous couple held hands and gazed into each other's eyes.
  2. The love letter he wrote was filled with amorous words and phrases.
  3. She blushed when he whispered amorous compliments in her ear.
  4. The romantic movie had many amorous scenes that made the audience swoon.
  5. The amorous puppy wagged its tail and licked its owner's face.

Quotes

  • Love is an irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired. - Robert Frost
  • The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves. - Victor Hugo
  • Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies. - Aristotle

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