impassion

[ im-pash-uhn ]

verb (used with object)

1. to fill, or affect strongly, with intense feeling or passion; inflame; excite.

impassion

/ ɪmˈpæʃən /

verb

1. tr to arouse the passions of; inflame

Word History and Origins

Origin of impassion¹

From the Italian word impassionare, dating back to 1585–95. See im- ¹, passion

Example Sentences

This greater goal, be it altruistic or economic, helps impassion people, and passion is a great mobilizer.

From The Daily Beast

For though along impassion'd grandeur roll, Yet in full power simplicity is thine.

From Project Gutenberg

He spake and sat; when from his seat arose Paris, fair Helen's noble paramour, Who thus with speech impassion'd quick replied.

From Project Gutenberg

Too, too prophetic did thy wild note swell, Impassion'd minstrel!

From Project Gutenberg