platonic

• Qualifie une relation affectueuse et proche mais non sexuelle, ou un amour idéal et spirituel n'impliquant pas de désir physique.

Describes a relationship that is intimate and affectionate but not sexual.

1. Free from physical desireB2formal

   Describing a relationship or love that is purely spiritual, intellectual, or emotional, without sexual or physical attraction.

   platonique

   • They have a platonic friendship that has lasted for years.
   • His love for her was entirely platonic, based on mutual respect.
   • Platonic relationships can be just as deep as romantic ones.

   Synonymesasexualchastefriendlyidealintellectualnonphysicalnonsexualpurespiritual

   Antonymescarnaleroticpassionatephysicalsensualsexual

2. Philosophical originC1formal

   Relating to the philosophy of Plato, especially his theory of ideal forms.

   Relatif à la philosophie de Platon

   • The concept of platonic ideals is central to his argument.
   • She studied platonic philosophy in her university course.
   • The platonic theory of forms suggests a perfect reality beyond our senses.

   Synonymesplatonistic