amoureuse
Amoureuse is the feminine form of the French adjective amoureux, meaning “in love” or “romantic.” As an adjective, amoureuse describes a feminine subject that is in love; the masculine form is amoureux. The plural forms are amoureux (masculine) and amoureuses (feminine). The term can also function as a noun: une amoureuse refers to a female lover, while un amoureux refers to a male lover; the plural nouns are des amoureux or des amoureuses, depending on gender.
Etymology and form: amoureuse is derived from amour, the French word for love, which itself comes from
Usage: amoureuse describes someone who is in love or demonstrates romantic feelings. Examples include phrases like
See also: amitié and amour are related concepts in French expressions of affect; amoureusement is the adverbial