Romantic love, as defined by Sternberg's triangular theory of love, encompasses passion and intimacy but lacks commitment.
- According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, the type of love that is defined by passion and intimacy but no commitment is known as romantic love.
- Sternberg identified three components that form the basis of various types of love: intimacy, passion, and commitment.
- Romantic love involves a strong physical and emotional connection between two individuals, yet it does not include a long-term promise or pledge to remain together, which is the commitment component.