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Word

smitten

adjective
/ˈsmɪ.tn̩/

Meanings

adjective

Suddenly and strongly attracted to someone; having a big crush.

Visual cue for smitten — meaning 1
adjective

Strongly impressed or captivated by something.

Visual cue for smitten — meaning 2

Definition

Smitten means suddenly feeling a strong romantic or affectionate attraction to someone.

If you are smitten, you feel an intense, often sudden attraction or affection for someone. It is commonly used for romantic feelings, especially when you can’t stop thinking about the person. The word can also describe being strongly impressed by something, but it usually refers to love or a crush.

Examples

  • He was smitten the moment he met her.
  • She’s completely smitten with her new coworker.
  • They were smitten and talked for hours on their first date.
  • I was smitten by the view from the cliff.
  • He tried to act cool, but he was clearly smitten.