English

besotted

adjective

Strongly infatuated or obsessed, often to the point of foolishness.

In other words: infatuated, enamored, obsessed

  • He was so besotted with her that he ignored all her faults.
  • She became besotted by the charming actor.
figurative

Blinded in judgment or reason, especially by emotion or passion.

In other words: deluded, clouded, blinkered

  • His besotted admiration for the leader made him overlook the obvious flaws.
  • She was besotted by her own ambitions, unable to see the harm she caused.
informal

Intoxicated or drunk, especially to the point of being stupefied.

In other words: inebriated, plastered, sloshed

  • He stumbled out of the bar, completely besotted.
  • After several drinks, she was utterly besotted and could barely speak.
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