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Infatuation - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

infatuation

/ɪnˌfætʃuˈeɪʃən/ /ɪnˌfætʃuˈeɪʃən/

Definition:

Intense but short-lived passion or admiration for someone or something.

Synonyms:

obsession, crush, fascination, adoration

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

indifference, aversion

Common Collocations:

teenage infatuation, brief infatuation, romantic infatuation

Derivatives:

infatuate, infatuated

Usage Tips:

Use "infatuation" to describe temporary intense feelings, not deep love or long-term commitment.

Common Phrases:

puppy love, head over heels, lovesick

Etymology:

From Latin *infatuare*, meaning "to make foolish," combining *in-* (into) and *fatuus* (foolish).

Examples:

  • 1. Her infatuation with the actor faded quickly.
  • 2. Teenagers often mistake infatuation for true love.
  • 3. His infatuation with cars began in childhood.
  • 4. She wrote poems about her infatuation with nature.

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