enamor

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb attract; cause to be enamored

Etymology

From Middle English enamouren, a late back-formation from enamoured, itself a partial calque of Old French enamore, past participle of enamorer, enamourer, equivalent to prefix en- + amor + -er. See amour, and compare inamorato.

In classic literature

Synonyms

capture, enamour, trance, catch, becharm, captivate, beguile, charm, fascinate, bewitch, entrance, enchant

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