Impassioned

Adjective

Definition: Filled with or showing great emotion.

Synonyms: Passionate, Fervent, Ardent, Intense, Zealous

Antonyms: Apathetic, Indifferent, Unemotional, Dispassionate

Examples:
  • The speaker gave an impassioned speech that moved the audience to tears.
  • She wrote an impassioned plea to save the endangered species.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of someone passionately expressing their emotions.
  • Impassioned sounds similar to "in passion", indicating strong emotions.

Etymology:

Origin:

"Impassioned" derives from the verb "impassion" which comes from the Latin word "impassionare", meaning "to fill with passion or emotion".

Historical Usage:

The term "impassioned" has been used in English since the 17th century.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Impassioned plea"

Explanation:

A fervent and emotional request or appeal.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "impassioned" with "impassive".

Explanation:

"Impassioned" conveys strong emotions and passion, while "impassive" means showing no emotion or expression.

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