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infatuate Synonyms

Another word for infatuate

Choosing another word for infatuate depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To inspire someone with an intense, extravagant, and often short-lived passion or admiration.

Usage Example

"The charismatic newcomer seemed to besot everyone he met at the summer retreat."

Strongest
besot
enamor
Strong
captivate
beguile
fascinate
enthrall
enchant
bewitch

• verb (Context 2)

To deprive someone of sound judgment or make them act foolishly (archaic or literary).

Usage Example

"Pride and sudden wealth can easily befuddle even the most sensible leaders."

Strong
befuddle
delude
stupefy

Opposites of infatuate

The opposite of infatuate shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

disenchant
enlighten
disillusion
repel
turn off
See all opposites of infatuate

• Nearby Words

infantilization
infantry
infantryman
infatuate
infatuated
infatuation
infeasible

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Infatuate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/infatuate
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