Love
/lΚv/noun
An intense feeling of deep affection.
Did you know?In Proto-Indo-European, the root for 'love' is connected to the idea of desire and longing, hinting at its deep ties to spiritual connection and attraction.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*leubh-
βTo care, desire, or feel affection.β
Old Germanic
Old English
lufu
βAffection, love, or friendship.β
Old High German
OHG
luba
βLove or affection.β
Middle English
Middle English
luve
βDeep emotional attachment or romantic love.β
Modern English
English
love
βA profound, passionate affection for another.β