Smitten
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsmɪ.tn̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Smitten is an adjective meaning Affected by an act of smiting.
Meaning
Affected by an act of smiting.
More Meanings
- past participle of smite.
Example Sentences
[A] smited man is a man struck; a smitten man is a man affected by the act of smiting: […]
The Bible shows the way of God with man and the way of man with God. It contains both the complaint of God against the wicked and the shriek of the smitten man, demanding justice of God.
There was a tense silence over the throng as the old man stood and looked at the figure at his feet. There were shadows on the earl's face, and his hands shook, for the smitten man was his son.
In the argument, which followed between Job and his comforters, the poor, smitten man regained some of his faith and uttered many noble words concerning the wisdom of God. Finally, God revealed to Job the whole truth of the matter.
Synonyms for smitten
Depending on context, synonyms include infatuated, enamored, stricken, crazy, loving, dotty.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include infatuated, enamored, loving, gaga, affected, dotty.
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