LOVING

(usually transitive, sometimes intransitive, stative) to have a strong affection for (someone or something).

Example: "I love my spouse.   i love you!"

To need, thrive on.

Example: "Mold loves moist, dark places."

To be strongly inclined towards something; an emphatic form of like.

Example: "I love walking barefoot on wet grass;  i'd love to join the team;  i love what you've done with your hair"

(usually transitive, sometimes intransitive) to care deeply about, to be dedicated to (someone or something).

To derive delight from a fact or situation.

Example: "I love the fact that the coffee shop now offers fat-free chai latte."

To have sex with (perhaps from make love).

Example: "I wish i could love her all night long."

To praise; commend.

To praise as of value; prize; set a price on.