Amatory: meaning, definitions and examples

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amatory

[ ˈæmətəri ]

Adjective

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

romantic relationship

Relating to or expressive of love or sexual desire.

Synonyms

affectionate, loving, romantic.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
amatory	Similar to 'amatory', this word also relates to sexual love or the physical aspect of romantic relationships. It is more appropriate in literary or formal writing. The artist's amatory expressions through his paintings were subtle yet powerful. Their amatory relations were a topic of gossip among the townspeople.
romantic	Best used to describe actions, feelings, or experiences related to romance or romantic love. It often implies an idealized or passionate emotion, and can include activities like dates or gestures. They had a romantic dinner by the beach. He planned a romantic surprise for their anniversary.
loving	Describes strong feelings of love and care, usually in a positive and warm manner. It can be used in a variety of situations, from family and friends to romantic partners. She wrote a loving letter to her husband who was away on business. His loving nature made him popular among his peers.
affectionate	This word is best used to describe friendly or loving feelings towards someone or something in a warm, gentle way. It is suitable for both personal relationships and friendly interactions. She gave her dog an affectionate pat on its head. Their affectionate relationship was evident to everyone who knew them.

Examples of usage

He sent her an amatory glance across the room.
The poet's amatory verses captivated the hearts of many readers.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

poetry or literature

Of or relating to an amorous or romantic nature, typically in a poetic or literary context.

Synonyms

erotic, passionate, romantic.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
amatory	Usually found in older texts or formal writings to describe love or sexual relationships, slightly less common in everyday language. Their amatory connection was undeniable The amatory nature of their correspondence raised eyebrows
romantic	Best used to describe behaviors, settings, or gestures that are affectionate and loving, often idealized or dreamy. They went on a romantic dinner by the beach The movie had a very romantic storyline
passionate	Commonly used to describe intense emotions or strong feelings, not limited to romantic contexts. Can be applied to various forms of fervor or excitement. They shared a passionate kiss under the stars His passionate speech moved everyone in the audience
erotic	Used when discussing or describing something related to physical desire or sexual pleasure. Can have a strong, sometimes explicit connotation. The painting had an erotic quality that was hard to ignore She wrote an erotic story that became quite popular

Examples of usage

The novel was filled with amatory scenes that stirred the readers' emotions.
She was known for her amatory writings that explored the complexities of love.

Translations

Translations of the word "amatory" in other languages:

🇵🇹 amoroso

🇮🇳 प्रेमपूर्ण

🇩🇪 liebend

🇮🇩 penuh kasih

🇺🇦 амурний

🇵🇱 miłosny

🇯🇵 恋愛の

🇫🇷 amoureux

🇪🇸 amoroso

🇹🇷 aşk dolu

🇰🇷 애정의

🇸🇦 عاشق

🇨🇿 milostný

🇸🇰 milostný

🇨🇳 恋爱的

🇸🇮 ljubezenski

🇮🇸 ástúðlegur

🇰🇿 махаббатты

🇬🇪 სიყვარულის

🇦🇿 sevgi dolu

🇲🇽 amoroso

Etymology

The word 'amatory' originates from the Latin 'amatorius', which means 'pertaining to a lover'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe things related to love or sexual desire, particularly in a poetic or romantic context.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,683 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.

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