Pronunciation
/rəʊˈmæntɪk/
Definitions
Noun
- A person who is characterized by a strong interest in love, affection, and poetry, often idealizing love or relationships.
- A style or period marked by enthusiasm for or expression of emotions, imagination, and idealism, typically in literature, art, or music.
- A romantic film or story that focuses on love and emotional intensity.
Verb
To romanticize (v):
- To attribute an idealized or exaggerated sense of romance or sentimentality to something.
- To interpret or view a situation or person in a highly romantic or idealized manner.
Adjective
Romantic (adj):
- Relating to or characterized by feelings of love, passion, or idealism.
- Expressive of or involving strong emotions or imagination.
- Designating a style or period in art, literature, or music that emphasizes emotion and idealization.
Phrases
- “A romantic dinner” implies a meal with a focus on ambiance and sentiment.
- “She’s a hopeless romantic” describes someone who is overly inclined to idealize love.
- “Romantic comedies” are films that typically feature a romantic storyline with humorous elements.
Example Sentences
- Noun: “She was always a hopeless romantic, dreaming of finding her soulmate.”
- Verb: “The author romanticized the olden days, creating a nostalgic atmosphere in her novel.”
- Adjective: “Their relationship was filled with romantic gestures and thoughtful surprises.”
Synonyms
- Passionate
- Sentimental
- Idealistic
- Poetic
- Emotional
- Love-struck
- Enchanted
- Dreamy