The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word STORMIER
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More clues leading to the result STORMIER
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The straight part
We know that "more passionate" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more passionate = stormier.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does STORMIER mean?
STORMIER adjective- Of or pertaining to storms.
- Characterized by, or proceeding from, a storm; subject to storms; agitated with strong winds and heavy rain.
- Proceeding from violent agitation or fury.
- Violent; passionate; rough.