swoony

Weak at knees

Swoony describes something that induces a swoon—a feeling of romantic or dreamy overwhelm.

A swoony romance novel makes readers sigh.

A swoony love interest is irresistibly attractive.

The word suggests pleasurable lightheadedness, the kind that comes from intense attraction or sentimental moments: The movie's ending was perfectly swoony.

infatuated

smitten

Powerfully attracted to someone

besottedIntoxicated by love or drink
enamoredFilled with ardent affection
lovestruckOverwhelmed by romantic attraction

moonstruck · lovesick · crush · captivated · charmed · beguiled · enthralled · adoring · devoted · pining

romantic

dreamy

Vague and pleasantly distracted

passionateIntensely emotional or enthusiastic
tenderSoft or sore
heartfeltDeeply and sincerely meant

sentimental · nostalgic · wistful · enchanting · fairy-tale · storybook · sweeping · breathtaking · rapturous · idyllic

faint

lightheaded

Faint and unsteady feeling

dizzySensation of spinning
woozyDizzy and confused
giddyDizzy or excitedly silly

faint · weak-kneed · unsteady · breathless · flutter · trembling · overcome · overwhelmed · melting · heart-pounding

swoony

smitten

dreamy

lightheaded

swoony

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