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

Every horse of ours has some endearing trait. — Dolores Brown, Outdoor Life, 17 June 2026

The close-up picture, which showcased Meeks' piercing blue eyes, endeared him to many despite his criminal past. — Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026

That's in part because the Slate pickup comes exclusively in two-seat single-cab form, a fact that should only further endear it to wistful lovers of classic small pickups. — New Atlas, 24 June 2026

The comments reflect the same team-first mentality that endeared Suarez to Phillies fans throughout his tenure with the organization. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 22 June 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