sweep someone off their feet
Captivate with charm
To sweep someone off their feet is to charm or captivate them suddenly and completely, typically in a romantic context: He swept her off her feet with his wit and confidence.
The image suggests being lifted into the air—overwhelmed by attraction or excitement.
The phrase often describes whirlwind romance or instant infatuation.
Seeking another's romantic favor
- wooingRomantic pursuit of another
- seductionEnticing someone romantically
- charmAttractive personal quality
- enchantmentMagical influence over someone
infatuation · passion · swoon · smitten · lovestruck · captivate · enamor · beguile
courtship
Seeking another's romantic favor
- wooingRomantic pursuit of another
- seductionEnticing someone romantically
- charmAttractive personal quality
enchantment · infatuation · passion · swoon · smitten · lovestruck · captivate · enamor · beguile · adore
dazzle
Impress through radiance
overwhelm · captivate · mesmerize · stun · electrify · awe · enthral · bedazzle · spellbind · bowled over
sweep someone off their feetleave someone cold
Fail to affect emotionally
repel · disgust · make someone's skin crawl · repulse · give someone the creeps