platonic — describing a relationship that is purely spiritual and not physical or sexual
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: describing a relationship that is purely spiritual and not physical or sexual
Pronunciation (IPA): /pləˈtɑːnɪk/
Korean meaning: 육체적이거나 성적이지 않은, 순수하게 정신적인
Korean pronunciation: 플러**타**닉
Example Sentences
- He insisted their late-night study sessions were completely platonic, but his girlfriend wasn't buying it.
- The movie explores the possibility of truly platonic relationships between men and women.
- Their platonic bond was so strong that people often mistook them for siblings.
platonic
ADJECTIVE//pləˈtɑːnɪk//
describing a relationship that is purely spiritual and not physical or sexual
Two friends enjoy a platonic coffee conversation with warm smiles
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Platonic friendship is the best tonic for chronic loneliness!
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Origin
From the name Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, combined with the English suffix -ic. The term refers to his philosophical ideas about love and relationships as described in his dialogues, particularly the concept of non-physical spiritual connection.
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“He insisted their late-night study sessions were completely platonic, but his girlfriend wasn't buying it.”
“The movie explores the possibility of truly platonic relationships between men and women.”
“Their platonic bond was so strong that people often mistook them for siblings.”
“She tried to keep things platonic, but he kept sending heart emojis in every text.”
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