enamored
What does "enamored" mean?
To be enamored with something or someone is to be filled with a feeling of intense love, admiration, or fascination. The mental image is that of being "captured" by the charm of an object or person, to the point where your attention is completely occupied and you are glowing with affection. This word is slightly more elevated and romantic than simply saying "I like" or "I love." It is frequently used with the preposition "with" (e.g., "enamored with the architecture"). While it can describe romantic attraction, it is just as commonly used to express a deep, intellectual, or aesthetic obsession with an idea, a place, or a hobby.
"enamored" in conversation
Discussing a new city
I’ve been here for three days and I’m completely enamored with the local coffee culture.
I’ve been here for three days and I’m completely enamored with the local coffee culture.
It’s addictive, isn't it? The cafes are incredible.
It’s addictive, isn't it? The cafes are incredible.
Used here to express a strong, positive fascination with a lifestyle.
A new crush
I think John is a bit enamored with his new coworker.
I think John is a bit enamored with his new coworker.
Oh, I noticed! He hasn't stopped talking about her all morning.
Oh, I noticed! He hasn't stopped talking about her all morning.
Shows the word being used to describe romantic interest in a slightly observant or gossipy tone.
"enamored" in a sentence
She was enamored with the beautiful painting.
She was enamored with the beautiful painting.
The critics were not enamored with the director's latest film.
The critics were not enamored with the director's latest film.
He became deeply enamored of the quiet, scholarly life he found in the countryside.
He became deeply enamored of the quiet, scholarly life he found in the countryside.
