besotted
|be/sot/ted|
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/bɪˈsɑːtɪd/
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/bɪˈsɒtɪd/
(besot)
infatuated or intoxicated
Etymology
Etymology Information
'besotted' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'besoten,' where 'be-' meant 'thoroughly' and 'sot' meant 'foolish or stupefied.'
Historical Evolution
'besoten' transformed into the modern English word 'besotted' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make foolish or stupefied,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'infatuated or intoxicated.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
strongly infatuated or obsessed with someone or something.
He was besotted with her beauty.
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Adjective 2
intoxicated or drunk.
He was besotted after the party.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 19:51