1.
passionate; fervent; ardent; fiery
Describes a person, action, or expression full of intense emotion and enthusiasm. Used for romantic passion, artistic fervor, or dedication to a cause.
情熱的な演奏だった。
It was a passionate performance.
Usage
情熱的 is formed from 情熱 (passion) + 的 (-like). It is used as a na-adjective modifier (情熱的な) or adverbially (情熱的に).
Common collocations
- 情熱的な演奏 (passionate performance)
- 情熱的な恋愛 (passionate love affair)
- 情熱的に語る (to speak passionately)
- 情熱的な人 (a passionate person)
Similar words
熱心 means enthusiastic or eager and focuses on diligence and dedication. 情熱的 emphasizes intense emotional fervor and is more dramatic in tone.
Related Words
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情熱 (passion (noun))
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熱心 (enthusiastic, diligent)
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熱狂的 (fanatical)
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情緒的 (emotional)
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熱情的 (passionate)