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smitten
This term carries a strong sense of being suddenly overwhelmed or struck by a powerful force, whether emotional or catastrophic. In modern usage, it is most frequently used to describe an intense, often sudden, romantic infatuation. It suggests a state of being captivated or enchanted, leaning toward a positive, albeit obsessive, emotional state.
When used to describe disasters or diseases, the word takes on a much darker, archaic tone. In this context, it implies a sudden blow or a divine punishment, evoking the image of being struck down by an external, uncontrollable force. This usage is significantly less common in contemporary speech than the romantic sense and is typically found in literary or historical texts.
Meanings
Examples
He is completely smitten with the new girl in class.
She was smitten by his charm and wit from the moment they met.
The young prince was smitten with the mysterious traveler.
He seemed smitten with the idea of moving to a small village.
The entire region was smitten by a sudden and devastating plague.
They were smitten by a series of unfortunate calamities.
They were smitten by a series of unfortunate calamities.