B2adjectiveemotionspsychology
US/ˈpæʃ.ə.nət/
UK/ˈpæʃ.ən.ət/
having or showing very strong feelings or a strong enthusiasm for something
In context
She is passionate about teaching and spends her weekends planning lessons.
He gave a passionate speech about protecting the local forest.
They were a passionate couple who argued loudly and made up quickly.
Words that go with passionate
adjective + preposition
- passionate aboutHe is passionate about photography.
adjective + noun
- passionate speechHer passionate speech moved the crowd.
- passionate believerShe is a passionate believer in public libraries.
- passionate loveTheir passionate love lasted for decades.
- passionate debateThe law caused a passionate debate in parliament.
- passionate supporterHe is a passionate supporter of the local team.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am passionate with music.Correct: I am passionate about music.