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Greek words for love - Definition and Overview

Related Words: Affiliate, Argot, Brother, Cant, Cipher, Code, Comrade, Cryptogram

There are four Greek words for love:

  • Eros (ἔρως érōs): Romantic love (in ancient Greek, desire).
  • Philia (φιλία philía): Love (but especially "platonic") (in ancient Greek, friendship).
  • Agape (ἀγάπη agápē): Divine, unconditioned love. Sometimes Christians will refer to the love that they receive from God as Agape Love.
  • Storge (στοργή storgē) Natural affection.

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