Synonyms

passionately

American

[pash-uh-nit-lee] / ˈpæʃ ə nɪt li /

adverb

in a way that is driven by intense feeling or strong conviction.

You've written a much-needed book; hats off to you for championing the real issues so passionately.
in a way that channels or expresses ardent sexual desire.

We were soon kissing passionately in the back of the taxi.
with enthusiasm and eagerness; wholeheartedly.

I reserve the right to live passionately, to be a little reckless, and to make a few mistakes, as long as I learn from them.

Other Word Forms

nonpassionately adverb
overpassionately adverb
unpassionately adverb

Etymology

Origin of passionately

passionate ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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His predecessor, Pope Francis, often spoke at length to reporters, sometimes very passionately and from the heart.

From BBC

Across his life, Minelli campaigned passionately for the right to die, giving Dignitas the slogan "dignity in life, dignity in death".

From BBC

Two years on, MPs have voted for a law on femicide after a long and passionately debated session of parliament.

From BBC

For example, she passionately extols a program for free children’s dental services because a good smile leads to increased confidence, which statistics show can ultimately boost graduation rates.

From Los Angeles Times

I reject this position as passionately as I can.

From The Wall Street Journal

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