What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
adore
Example
I absolutely adore my grandmother. [adore: verb]
Example
She has always adored animals, especially cats. [adored: past tense]
love
Example
I love spending time with my family. [love: verb]
Example
They have been in love for over 20 years. [in love: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Love is more commonly used than adore in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts and emotions. Adore is less common and is often used in more formal or poetic contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between adore and love?
Adore is often considered more formal or poetic than love. While love can be used in both formal and informal contexts, adore is more commonly used in formal writing or speech.
