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besotted Antonyms

Opposite of besotted

Because the opposite of besotted shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Strongly infatuated or foolishly in love with someone or something.

Usage Example

"He was completely indifferent with the young actress from the moment they met."

Strongest
indifferent
Strong
disenchanted
uninterested
detached
apathetic

• adjective (Context 2)

Stupefied, muddled, or intoxicated, especially by alcoholic drink.

Usage Example

"The tavern was filled with sober patrons singing loudly late into the night."

Strongest
sober
clear-headed
Strong
lucid
abstinent

Similar words to besotted

Words similar to besotted shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

infatuated
smitten
intoxicated
inebriated
enamored
drunken
stupefied
captivated
See all synonyms of besotted

• Nearby Words

besiege
besieger
besmirch
besotted
bespoke
bessie
best

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Besotted. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/besotted
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