endear

verb

en·​dear in-ˈdir 

en-

endeared; endearing; endears

transitive verb

1

: to cause to become beloved or admired

her generosity has endeared her to the public

2

obsolete : to make higher in cost, value, or estimation

Examples of endear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The squabbling banter between the two is priceless, even endearing. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 28 July 2026

The different variation of swings — some more unique than others — endeared Perez to the fan base. — Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026

That lighthearted attitude is what endeared Wallace to Randolph before the teen even joined the team. — Caleb Otte, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026

Manuel’s authenticity endeared him to a lot of Michigan fans and many of the school’s big donors. — Austin Meek, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1580, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing endear

• endear to

Rhymes for endear

• adhere
• ameer
• amir
• appear
• arrear
• astir
• austere
• career
• cashier
• cohere
• compere
• emir

Kids Definition

endear

verb

en·​dear in-ˈdi(ə)r 

: to cause to become dear or beloved

her generosity has endeared her to the public