Love

Intense emotional affection for another person.

affection romance

An intense emotional and often physical affection for another person, characterized by deep attachment, care, and commitment.

/lʌv/

From Old English lufu, from Proto-West Germanic *lubo.

Love is a strong feeling of caring and wanting to be close to someone, like when you really enjoy spending time with a friend or family member.

Ancient Greeks had multiple words for love, including 'agape' (unconditional), 'eros' (romantic), and 'philia' (friendship)
Studies show love activates reward centers in the brain, similar to those activated by food or drugs
Valentine's Day originated as a Roman festival honoring the priest Valentinus

What is love? A strong emotion of affection and care for another person
Can love be platonic? Yes, it can exist between friends or family members without romantic feelings
Is love a universal emotion? Love is experienced across cultures, though expressions may vary

affection attachment adoration

hate indifference

emotion feeling

infatuation passion friendship

relationships human experience

psychological experience social interaction