passion

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. a powerful feeling of sexual or romantic love for someone.

n. intense sexual or romantic desire; a state of strong emotional attraction to another person.

日本語:情熱※

“The young couple's passion for each other was obvious to everyone at the party.”

“The novel explores the destructive nature of a passion that ignores social boundaries and personal responsibilities.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. any very powerful emotion, like great anger or excitement.

n. a state of intense emotional excitement or an outburst of strong feeling, such as rage or joy.

日本語:激情※

Español:pasión

“He spoke with such passion that the audience was moved to tears.”

“The debate was conducted with great passion, as both sides felt the environmental legislation would change their lives forever.”

C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Religion Formal

n. the suffering and death of Jesus Christ.

n. the suffering of Jesus Christ during the period following the Last Supper until his crucifixion.

“The choir performed a famous musical piece about the Passion of Christ.”

“The cathedral features a series of stained-glass windows depicting various scenes from the Passion.”