Besotted Meaning in English
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Definition
To be so strongly in love or infatuated with someone or something that you act foolishly or can't think clearly. It can also mean being strongly affected by something, especially alcohol.
Usage & Nuances
"Besotted" is formal/literary and often used humorously or exaggeratedly to describe deep infatuation, especially romantic, or drunkenness. Common collocations: "besotted with/by". Not usually used for healthy, mutual love—more for overwhelming, sometimes foolish passion.
Example Sentences
He was completely besotted with her.
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She became besotted after just one date.
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He looked besotted after drinking too much.
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Janet was so besotted she didn't notice anyone else in the room.
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He’s totally besotted by his new puppy—it’s all he talks about.
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People joked that she was besotted with her favorite band, following them everywhere.
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