amour

/ɑmuːr/ /amˈʊər/

Definitions

1. noun

a romantic or erotic love affair, often secret or illicit

“The couple’s amour was the subject of the novel.”

2. noun

a feeling of deep affection or fondness

“She felt a strong amour for her grandmother.”

3. noun

a romantic or sentimental feeling

“The poem expressed a deep amour for nature.”

Synonyms

  • affair
  • fling
  • romance

Antonyms

  • disgust
  • hatred