love

/lʌv/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

A deep caring for the existence of another.

2

A profound and caring affection towards someone.

3

Affectionate, benevolent concern or care for other people or beings, and for their well-being.

4

A feeling of intense attraction towards someone.

5

A deep or abiding liking for something; an enthusiasm for something.

6

A person who is the object of romantic feelings; a darling, a sweetheart, a beloved.

7

A term of friendly address, regardless of feelings.

8

A thing, activity, etc. which is the object of one's deep liking or enthusiasm.

9

Sexual desire; attachment based on sexual attraction.

10

Sexual activity.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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