Synonyms for
Love
Definition
Love is a strong feeling of affection and care towards someone or something.
Synonyms & similar words
beloved
dear
know
honey
haveintercourse
bonk
sexuallove
screw
bed
lovemaking
eff
haveagoatit
sleeptogether
hump
haveitaway
rollinthehay
beintimate
makeout
bang
makelove
jazz
lovelife
sleepwith
doit
eroticlove
adore
cherish
care
like
fondness
passion
affection
devotion
attachment
endearment
admiration
warmth
tenderness
caring
intimacy
emotion
sentiment
friendship
respect
esteem
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- fall in love
- love at first sight
- true love
- unconditional love
- love someone dearly
- love to bits
- love and marriage
Word family
Usage note
Love can refer to deep romantic affection, strong liking for something, or a general feeling of goodwill. The intensity and context determine its precise meaning.
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Example sentences
- I love my family more than anything in the world.
- She loves to dance and sing.
- They have a lot of love for their pets.
- He couldn't help but feel love for the beautiful sunset.
- We should always show love and kindness to one another.
Quotes
The best thing to hold onto in life is each other. - Audrey Hepburn
Love is not what you say. Love is what you do. - Unknown
Love is a game that two can play and both can win. - Eva Gabor