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Meaning of amatory
The primary meaning of "amatory" is related to love or sexual desire.
Etymology of amatory
The word "amatory" comes from the Latin "amatorius", which is derived from "amare", meaning "to love"
Historically, the term has been used to describe expressions of love or desire, and has been a part of the English language since the 15th century
Synonyms
Definitions
- Relating to or expressing love, especially romantic or sexual love
- Having a strong sexual desire, or intended to arouse such desire
Usage Examples
- The amatory poems of the Renaissance period are still widely studied today
- The novel's amatory themes were considered scandalous in the 19th century
- The artist's amatory sculptures are known for their beauty and sensuality
Antonyms
platonic
asexual
nonromantic
unemotional
unfeeling
indifferent
aloof
distant
cold
unresponsive
unenthusiastic
dispassionate
uninterested
unconcerned
unromantic
nonsexual
chaste
pure
innocent
modest
demure
reserved
restrained
subdued