boyfriend

Male romantic partner

A boyfriend is a male romantic partner, typically in a relationship that isn't marriage.

The term implies some ongoing commitment beyond casual dating: She's been with her boyfriend for two years.

Adults sometimes find the word inadequate for serious long-term partners, preferring "partner" or "significant other." With a possessive, boyfriend usually means current romantic interest, though context matters: my daughter's boyfriend.

companion

partner

One who shares activity

significant otherRomantic life partner
beauMale romantic companion
suitorOne who seeks affection

lover · man · guy · fellow · date · escort · plus-one · arm candy · other half · better half

endearment

babe

Affectionate partner name

babyVery young child
honeyBees' viscous nectar product
sweetieFond nickname for someone

darling · dear · sweetheart · love · cutie · hunk · heartthrob · prince · boo · sugar

romance

love

Intense fond attachment

sweetheartAffectionate name for beloved
valentineFebruary fourteenth greeting
kissTouch with lips

cuddle · affection · passion · intimacy · chemistry · flirt · romance · adore · crush · infatuation

commitment

engagement

Commitment to wed or attend

steadyFixed, not fluctuating
faithfulConsistently loyal and true
loyalFirm in allegiance

committed · devoted · monogamous · long-term · exclusive · serious · promise · future · partnership · dedicated

support

caring

Showing kind concern

attentivePaying close notice
considerateMindful of others' needs
understandingMental comprehension of something

empathy · encouragement · compassion · nurturing · kindness · patience · helpful · listener · comfort · reassurance

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caring

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