Love

40 words & definitions

coddle verb
To treat in an indulgent or overprotective way
cuddle verb
To snuggle or embrace someone or something in an affectionate non-sexual hug.
dote verb
To be extremely and uncritically fond of something.
nuzzle verb
To rub or push against gently with the nose and mouth
pamper verb
To indulge with attention, comfort, and kindness
smooch verb
To kiss.
snuggle verb
To settle or move into a warm, comfortable position
fondle verb
To stroke or caress in a loving way.
smitten adjective
Overwhelmed or struck by something, usually love
cherish verb
To protect and care for (someone) lovingly
tender adjective
Showing gentleness and concern or sympathy
adorable adjective
Inspiring great affection; delightful; charming.
adore verb
To love and respect (someone) deeply
enchant verb
To cause someone to have feelings of great delight or pleasure.
heartfelt adjective
Strongly felt and sincere
rendezvous noun
An arrangement to meet somebody at a particular time and place, especially between people who have great affection towards each other.
bond noun
Something that binds or fastens things together physically, often used to describe interpersonal emotion.
compassion adjective
A deep awareness of the suffering of others, combined with a desire to help.
darling noun
A term of endearment used to express affection.
embrace nounverb
noun
The holding of someone close by encircling of the arms especially as a sign of affection.
embrace nounverb
verb
To hold someone tightly in your arms, usually as a sign of love, affection, or comfort.
empathy noun
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
hug nounverb
noun
An act of holding someone closely in one's arms, typically as a sign of affection, comfort, or greeting.
hug nounverb
verb
To embrace or cuddle someone, often in a warm, supportive, or comforting manner.
idolize verb
To admire, love, or respect someone excessively, often to the point of worship.
intimate adjective
Having a close personal relationship; deeply connected; private and personal in nature.
kindhearted adjective
Acting with warmth, sympathy, and a desire to help.
nurture verb
To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.
passion noun
A powerful desire or drive, a strong and intense emotion.
enthralled adjective
To be totally fascinated and filled with delight and wonder about something.
resonance noun
Feeling a shared rapport, energy, and communication with someone or something.
romance noun
A deep emotional connection often involving passion, desire, and devotion between two people.
romantic adjective
Describing actions, gestures, or situations that are intended to convey deep feelings of love, often in a thoughtful or sentimental manner.
sweetie noun
A very lovable person, a darling, used as a term of endearment.
infatuation noun
An intense but short-lived love, attraction, or admiration for someone or something.
selfless adjective
Concerned more with the needs, happiness, and wishes of others than with one's own; unselfish.
amorous adjective
Having strong feelings of love, especially romantic love
revere verb
To feel deep respect or admiration for someone of something.
mercy noun
The act of showing forgiveness and compassion.
infatuated adjective
Having an intense but often short-lived passion or admiration for someone.