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romantic
This word operates on two distinct emotional tracks. One track focuses on the intimacy and passion of interpersonal attraction, often associated with courtship, softness, and sensory pleasure. It describes the specific atmosphere created to evoke love. The second track describes a psychological predisposition toward idealism. This version of romanticism involves a longing for a vanished past or a dreamlike future, often ignoring harsh practicalities in favor of beauty, heroism, or emotional intensity.
Countable when referring to a specific individual who holds these beliefs (a romantic). Uncountable when referring to the general quality of being romantic.
Meanings
Characterized by an idealized or unrealistic view of reality.
"He has a romantic notion of life in the countryside."
Conducive to or expressive of love and sexual attraction.
"They had a romantic dinner by candlelight."
A person who is inclined to be idealistic or sentimental.
"She is a hopeless romantic who believes in soulmates."