romantically
Definition
Adverb 1. In a manner relating to or characteristic of romance; in a way that expresses or involves feelings of love, affection, or idealization. 2. In a manner that is imaginative, appealing to the emotions, or suggestive of adventure, often in an idealized or unrealistic way.
Usage
The adverb "romantically" modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs to describe an action, state, or quality connected to romance or idealized emotion.
Examples
- They looked at each other romantically across the candlelit table.
- He spoke romantically of traveling the world together.
- The film portrays the couple's relationship very romantically.
- She viewed the old castle not historically, but romantically, as a place of mystery.
Advanced Usage
- "to be romantically involved/linked": To have a relationship that involves romantic feelings or love.
- The two actors have been romantically linked by the press for months.
- "to think/see/view something romantically": To consider something with an idealized, emotional, or sentimental perspective, rather than a practical or realistic one.
- He views his rural childhood romantically, forgetting the hardships.
Variants and Related Words
- Romantic (adjective): Of, characterized by, or suggestive of an idealized view of reality or love.
- Romance (noun): A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love; a love affair.
Synonyms
- Amorously
- Lovingly
- Sentimentally
- Idealistically
Antonyms
- Platonically
- Practically
- Realistically
- Unromantically
Related Idioms and Phrases
- To fall romantically in love: To develop deep, passionate feelings of love for someone.
- He fell romantically in love with his best friend.
Adverb
- in a romantic manner
- they were romantically linked
- in a romantic manner
- she fantasized romantically about eloping with her boyfriend
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