Infatuate

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnˈfætʃuːˌeɪt/

Infatuate (verb)

  1. to make someone feel a strong, often short-lived, attraction or admiration.

Examples

  • The new movie infatuated audiences with its stunning visuals.
  • She was infatuated by his charming smile.

Common collocations: infatuate someone, infatuated with, infatuate the audience

Synonyms of Infatuate

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Infatuate

  • when someone loses their admiration or passion
  • when someone shows no interest or concern