Infatuation: meaning, definitions and examples

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infatuation

[ ɪnˌfætʃuˈeɪʃən ]

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romantic relationship

An intense but short-lived passion or admiration for someone.

Synonyms

crush, obsession, puppy love

Examples of usage

She was caught up in a whirlwind of infatuation with him.
His infatuation with her was obvious to everyone around them.

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negative connotation

An unreasonable and uncontrolled attraction or obsession towards someone.

Synonyms

craving, fascination, fixation

Examples of usage

Her infatuation with the celebrity bordered on stalking behavior.
His infatuation with her blinded him to her flaws.

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general usage

A strong but often foolish or unreasonable fondness or liking for someone or something.

Synonyms

devotion, fancy, passion

Examples of usage

His infatuation with vintage cars was well-known among his friends.
She had an infatuation with the idea of love at first sight.

Translations

Translations of the word "infatuation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 paixão

🇮🇳 मोह

🇩🇪 Schwärmerei

🇮🇩 kegilaan

🇺🇦 захоплення

🇵🇱 zadurzenie

🇯🇵 夢中

🇫🇷 engouement

🇪🇸 enamoramiento

🇹🇷 tutku

🇰🇷 열중

🇸🇦 ولع

🇨🇿 zamilování

🇸🇰 zaľúbenie

🇨🇳 迷恋

🇸🇮 zaljubljenost

🇮🇸 ástarsýki

🇰🇿 ғашықтық

🇬🇪 შეყვარება

🇦🇿 vurğunluq

🇲🇽 enamoramiento

Word origin

The word 'infatuation' originated from the Latin word 'infatuare' which means 'to make a fool of'. It first appeared in English in the 17th century and was initially used in the context of foolish or extravagant affection. Over time, the word evolved to describe an intense but often short-lived passion or admiration for someone. Infatuation is often associated with romantic feelings, but it can also refer to an unreasonable obsession or liking for something or someone.