Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Passion
passion, n. [OFr < L. passiōn-em, suffering.] (webplay: death, Easter, feeling, strong).
- Pain; torment; intense suffering of Jesus Christ before his death; severe emotional distress or physical affliction preceding death.
- Love; deep feeling; intense desire; strong romantic attraction.
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