Enamored

Pronunciation:
 \i-ˈna-mər\

Definition:
1: to inflame with love —usually used in the passive with of

2: to cause to feel a stro
ng or excessive interest or fascination —usually used in the passive with of or with
 
Etymology:
Middle English enamouren, from Anglo-French enamourer, from en- + amour love

First Known Use: 14th century

This is not a new word for any of you. However, my friend Debbie uses it in such an English way that I find that I am ... well ... enamored with her usage.
 
Debbie will describe something that someone either likes or dislikes and uses this word. "Paul is not enamored with my going to Birmingham," as an example. "I am enamored with her style of writing," as another example.
 
Just like my grandmother used to exclaim of a good idea: "That is a pregnant idea!" Debbie uses this word, typically used in the description of lovey-dovey feelings, to describe anything dealing with feeling. I love this usage!