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amatory

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈæmətəri/

KK: /ˈæmətɔri/

adjective
Definition

This word describes something that is connected to love, especially romantic or sexual feelings. It can refer to actions, moods, or expressions that show affection or desire.


Example

The poet wrote an amatory sonnet that captured the essence of romantic desire.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you read that new novel about love?
Sloth B
Yeah, I loved how it captured those amatory moments.
Sloth A
Right? The way the characters expressed their feelings was so relatable.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really made me think about my own amatory experiences.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
romantic
passionate
loving
Antonyms
unloving
cold
indifferent
Root Explanation

Amatory is derived from "amare" (meaning to love) and the suffix "-ory" (meaning relating to or characterized by). The word "amatory" refers to something that is related to or characterized by love.

Memory Tip

Think of 'amare' which means to love, and remember that 'amatory' describes things related to love.

Visually Confused Words
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clamatory
aratory
defamatory
amendatory
ambulatory
ambagitory
sanatory
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