Definition
痴心 (chī xīn) refers to romantic infatuation or blind devotion, often one-sided or foolish. It differs from 痴迷 (chī mí), which is a verb for being obsessed with a hobby or interest, and from 一心 (yī xīn), which means 'wholeheartedly' and focuses on single-minded dedication rather than emotional attachment.
noun
infatuation
adjective
infatuatedblindly devoted
Examples
- 痴心。Tā duì tā shì yí piàn chī xīn.He has a heart full of infatuation for her.
- 痴心。Tā chī xīn de děngdài le shí nián.She waited for ten years, infatuated.
- 痴心。Nǐ bú yào tài chī xīn le.Don't be so infatuated.
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