Fall for — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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Meaning & Definition of Fall for

Fall for (phrase)

  1. to fall in love with
  2. to become a victim of

Fall for (phrase) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for

    "It's hard not to fall for a woman like that."

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fall for

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fall for:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fall for

Words with the opposite meaning of Fall for:

Near Antonyms of Fall for

Origin & Etymology of Fall for

First known use: 1902

Frequently Asked Questions about Fall for

What does "Fall for" mean?

"Fall for" means to fall in love with. As a phrase, it is defined as: to fall in love with.

What is another word for "Fall for"?

Other words for "Fall for" include adore, cherish, love, worship, carry a torch (for) and lose one's heart (to). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fall for" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fall for"?

There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fall for". Common alternatives include adore, cherish, love, worship, carry a torch (for) and lose one's heart (to).

What is the opposite of "Fall for"?

Antonyms of "Fall for" include abhor, abominate, despise, detest, execrate, hate and loathe. Near antonyms include antagonize, displease, disapprove (of) and disfavor.

How do you use "Fall for" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fall for" in a sentence: "It's hard not to fall for a woman like that.".

Is "Fall for" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fall for" is a phrase.

What is the origin of the word "Fall for"?

First known use: 1902.

What is another word for "Fall for" meaning "to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for"?

When "Fall for" (phrase) means to feel passion, devotion, or tenderness for, synonyms include adore, cherish, love, worship, carry a torch (for) and lose one's heart (to). Opposites in this sense include abhor, abominate, despise and detest.