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amour Synonyms
Another word for amour
Choosing another word for amour depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A love affair or romantic liaison, especially one that is secret or illicit.
Usage Example
"The historical biography detailed the nobleman's numerous courtly amours and political intrigues."
Strongest
love affair
liaison
Strong
romance
affair
intrigue
tryst
• noun (Context 2)
A lover, sweetheart, or romantic partner, especially in a clandestine relationship.
Usage Example
"In the nineteenth-century opera, the protagonist disguises himself as a wandering poet to visit his secret lover."
Strongest
lover
paramour
Strong
sweetheart
beloved
inamorata
Weak
suitor
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Amour. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/amour