Enamored
adjective /ɪˈnæməd/ — Deeply charmed, to the point of being enchanted.
Definition
Filled with love or admiration for someone or something; deeply attracted or captivated.
Beyond the definition
More poetic than 'attracted,' less intense than 'infatuated.' Enamored implies a kind of joyful enchantment — you're not just interested, you're charmed by something in a way that changes your perception of it.
Origin & history
From Old French enamourer — to inspire love (en- 'in' + amour 'love'). To put someone into love.
Example sentences
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She was completely enamored with the city — every street held something worth stopping for.
He was enamored from the first conversation — the kind where you don't check your phone.
It's possible to become enamored with an idea the same way as a person.
Synonyms
enchanted, charmed, captivated, smitten, taken
Antonyms
indifferent, repelled, unmoved
Related words
Enamored vs captivated
Enamored describes being filled with love, admiration, or strong affection for something. Captivated describes being held by intense interest or fascination, often by something beautiful or engaging.
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Fictional scene
Intense look across a room
Two adults stand on opposite sides of a crowded room, sharing a brief, intense look, waiting for the other.
The shared, lingering look reveals deep admiration and fascination between the two. The scene captures the feeling of being captivated by someone, where the space between them is charged with their mutual and profound attention.
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