Enamor
Verb
Definition: To fill someone with a feeling of love or admiration.
Synonyms: Captivate, Charm, Infatuate
Antonyms: Repel, Disgust
Examples:
- She was completely enamored with him after their first date.
Mnemonics:
- Enamor sounds like "in amour," which means "in love" in French.
Etymology:
Origin:
Enamor originated from the Old French word "enamer," which means "to bring to love." It has Middle English and Latin roots.
Historical Usage:The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of inspiring love or affection in someone.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Enamored with"
Explanation:This phrase is used to indicate strong feelings of love or admiration towards someone or something.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Enamor is often mistakenly used interchangeably with "in love."
Explanation:While enamor implies a strong feeling of love or admiration, it does not necessarily indicate being deeply in love with someone.