Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
love-affair
noun
/ˈlʌv əˌfɛr/
Definition
A romantic relationship, often one that is secret or has an element of passion.
Examples
- She had a brief love-affair during her summer in Paris.
- The novel explores the complexities of a forbidden love-affair.
- He spoke about his love-affair with art, which transformed his life.
Meaning
A love-affair typically refers to a romantic involvement that may be intense or fleeting, sometimes outside of a formal relationship.
Synonyms
- romance
- fling
- affair
- love story
