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.