enamored

adjective

en·​am·​ored i-ˈna-mərd How to pronounce enamored (audio)
variants or British enamoured
: affected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
Japanese fans took to the gruff Americans, but the homegrown players were less enamored.Mark Bechtel
… he would be enamored of a particular wine for a while, and then switch to a new one that caught his fancy.Lisa King
How did we get to be so enamored of the outdoors?P. J. O'Rourke
Wild mushrooms were my first love. Long before I became enamored with green plants, I was stalking mushrooms …Susun S. Weed

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Computer hackers are always enamored of their new programs and games. Millions of readers have found themselves enamored with Jane Austen's novels. And Romeo and Juliet were, of course, utterly enamored of each other. But we also often use the word in negative contexts: A friend at work may complain that she's not enamored of the new boss, and when you start talking about how you're not enamored with the neighbors it may be time to move. (Note that both of and with are commonly used after enamored.)

Examples of enamored in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Previous projects have presented a more inviting experience in which the audience becomes enamored of Tom’s treacherous designs. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 4 Apr. 2024 American drivers, however, may soon become enamored with the sedan's fastback styling and airy interior. Morgan Korn, ABC News, 30 Mar. 2024 Paro didn’t seem to interest the home’s neediest residents much, but others became so enamored with it that staff became concerned. Stephanie H. Murray, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2024 After seven years and no end in sight to America-First trade policies, the United States – that once indispensable proponent of free trade and economic globalization – has become enamored of protectionism. Dan Ikenson, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 They were enamored with his capabilities as a pitcher. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2024 Anonymous engagement surveys have become a standard for gauging employee experience, but not everyone is enamored. Paige McGlauflin, Fortune, 15 Mar. 2024 Riley was also enamored with the Order of Nine Angles and the Tempel ov Blood. Ali Winston, WIRED, 13 Mar. 2024 But Po, who’s expected to move on as the spiritual leader of the Valley of Peace, isn’t thrilled to do so, still enamored with the glory and action that comes with being a kung fu fighter. Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 8 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1566, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enamored was in 1566

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“Enamored.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enamored. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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