# infatuation

/ˌɪnˌfætʃuˈeɪʃən/ (US) · /ɪnfˌætʃuːˈeɪʃən/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/infatuation
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a strong feeling of love or attraction for someone that is usually short-lived. It is like a crush that you get very excited about but it does not last forever.

For teachers: a strong but usually short-lived feeling of romantic or sexual attraction. Often carries a connotation of being obsessive or irrational.

## Examples

- His infatuation with the new car lasted only a week.
- The politician's sudden infatuation with the young actress caused a scandal in the media.
- While the initial infatuation with the project was intense, the team eventually realized that the long-term benefits were far less significant than the initial excitement suggested.

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