Meaning & Definition of word "Love"

Love

/lʌv/

1. An intense feeling of deep affection.
- Example: Her love for her family is evident in everything she does.
2. A great interest and pleasure in something.
- Example: He has a love for music that inspires him to play every day.
3. A person or thing that one loves.
- Example: She is the love of my life.

1. To feel deep affection for someone.
- Example: I love my best friend like a sister.
2. To take great pleasure in something.
- Example: She loves painting in her free time.
3. To have a strong liking for something.
- Example: He loves to read books during the summer.

From Old English 'lufu', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'liefde' and German 'Liebe'.

fall in love:

to begin to feel romantic love for someone.

love at first sight:

the phenomenon of falling in love with someone the first time you see them.

love of my life:

the person with whom one has a strong romantic attachment.

tough love:

a way of dealing with someone by being strict and showing that you care.

affection:

A gentle feeling of fondness or liking.

romance:

A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love.

adoration:

Deep love and respect.

attachment:

An emotional bond between people.

Meaning: luv

Example Sentence: I can't wait to see you, luv!

Meaning: babe

Example Sentence: Hey babe, do you want to grab dinner?

Meaning: honey

Example Sentence: Honey, can you pass me the salt?

Meaning: sweetheart

Example Sentence: How's my sweetheart doing today?

Meaning: boo

Example Sentence: I love you, boo!