Amatory

usgb/ˈæmətɔːri/
adjective

Related to or expressing sexual love.

She wrote him an amatory letter filled with passionate words.
Visual representation of "amatory" - Related to or expressing sexual love.

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Formal

Literary

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Literary Use

Often found in books, poems, and older writings, not in everyday conversation.

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The novel featured a series of amatory poems.
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Strong Emotions

Conveys intense, passionate feelings, more than just liking someone.

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The amatory gaze he gave her spoke volumes.
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Rarely Used

It's an uncommon word, so use it to impress or when the context is very formal.

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His amatory advances were met with surprise.
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