amoroso
loving
adjective ah-moh-ROH-zoh Rare
Origin: Latin amorosus, from amor 'love'
Also means
amorous
Usage Note
Amoroso can describe a person ('an affectionate, loving person') or a relationship ('an amorous affair'). As a noun, un amoroso / un'amorosa means 'a sweetheart' in somewhat old-fashioned or literary usage. In music, amoroso is a performance direction meaning 'tenderly'. Distinct from innamorato (in love, currently smitten).
Examples
"Mi ha lanciato uno sguardo amoroso."
Natural Translation
She gave me a loving look.
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