Meaning & Definition of word "Passion"

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    Passion

    /ˈpæʃ.ən/

    noun:

    • 1. a strong and barely controllable emotion.
      • Example: Her passion for music was evident in her energetic performances.
    • 2. a strong enthusiasm or interest.
      • Example: He has a passion for photography that drives him to capture beautiful moments.
    • 3. the state of being acted upon by external forces.
      • Example: The passion of the crowd was palpable at the concert.
    • 4. a strong love or desire for someone.
      • Example: Their love story was filled with romance and passion.
    • 5. suffering endured by Christ during the crucifixion.
      • Example: The depiction of Christ's passion is a central theme in many artworks.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'passio', meaning ‘suffering, enduring’.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    passion project:

    A project undertaken for personal satisfaction rather than for financial or professional gain.

    follow your passion:

    To pursue what one loves to do in life or work.

    passion for learning:

    A strong desire to gain knowledge or skills.

    Related Words

    passionate:

    Having, showing, or caused by strong feelings or beliefs.

    passionate love:

    A strong and deep emotional and sexual attraction to someone.

    compassion:

    Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.

    Slang Meanings of passion

    Meaning: In the zone

    Example Sentence: When you're in the zone, you feel that passion and can't be stopped.

    Meaning: All in

    Example Sentence: When it comes to sports, he's all in with his passion for basketball.