platonic

🇬🇧 UK/plә'tɔnik/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

adj.

Describing a relationship that is close and affectionate but not sexual or romantic; relating to Plato's philosophy

柏拉图式的(纯精神的,非肉体的);柏拉图哲学的

🧩 Root Breakdown

platonicother
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Common Collocations

  • 1.platonic friendship柏拉图式的友谊
  • 2.platonic love柏拉图式的爱情
  • 3.platonic relationship纯精神的关系
  • 4.purely platonic纯粹的精神交流

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    They maintained a close platonic friendship for over twenty years without any romantic involvement.

  • 2.

    The philosopher's lecture explored the concept of platonic love as described in ancient texts.

  • 3.

    She insisted their relationship was purely platonic, though others found that hard to believe.

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