Apasionamiento (en. Passion)

/apaθionaˈmiento/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Emotional state of great enthusiasm and fervor.
His passionate involvement in music led him to become a great composer.
Su apasionamiento por la música lo llevó a convertirse en un gran compositor.
Devotion or extreme love for a cause or activity.
The passionate involvement in ecology is reflected in his daily work.
El apasionamiento por la ecología se refleja en su trabajo diario.
Fervent or intense attitude towards something.
The audience's passionate involvement during the concert was palpable.
El apasionamiento del público durante el concierto fue palpable.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'apasionar', which comes from the Latin 'passionāre', related to the word 'passion'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

excessive passionate involvement
extreme intensity in emotions or actions
apasionamiento desmedido
passionate involvement in reading
great enthusiasm and devotion towards reading
apasionamiento por la lectura
passionate involvement in sports
intense interest and dedication towards sports
apasionamiento deportivo

Related Words

to excite
to make someone feel a great passion or enthusiasm for something.
apasionar
passion
intense feeling of love or desire towards something or someone.
pasión
fervor
intensity of feelings or emotions.
fervor

Slang Meanings

To be in the zone
He is in the zone of passionate involvement in nature.
Él está en la onda del apasionamiento por la naturaleza.
To have fire in the veins
She has fire in her veins when she talks about her art.
Ella tiene fuego en las venas cuando habla de su arte.