endearing
adjective
en·dear·ing
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: arousing feelings of affection or admiration
an endearing habit/quality
… the character he plays … is one of the most endearing on television …—
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Examples of endearing in a Sentence
you have to wonder about people who don't find kittens and puppies endearing
his impish sense of humor is one of his more endearing traits
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Her humans are as endearing and lovable as anything else, usually portrayed as performing figures attuned to spectacle, like dancers, musicians, or athletes—representing culture in general.
—Sarah Lehrer-Graiwer, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2024
Drake’s love and devotion to his forever sweetheart Victoria, his children and grandchildren was one of his most endearing qualities.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 29 Sep. 2024
Jennifer Aniston’s houses over the years have almost all been situated on the West Coast, despite the fact that the actor became an icon with her role as one of New York’s most endearing fashionistas on Friends.
—Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 27 Sep. 2024
His rubbery faces and nimble guitar playing are endearing and impressive.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 21 Sep. 2024
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Sarah Lehrer-Graiwer, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2024
Drake’s love and devotion to his forever sweetheart Victoria, his children and grandchildren was one of his most endearing qualities.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 29 Sep. 2024
Jennifer Aniston’s houses over the years have almost all been situated on the West Coast, despite the fact that the actor became an icon with her role as one of New York’s most endearing fashionistas on Friends.
—Joyce Chen, Architectural Digest, 27 Sep. 2024
His rubbery faces and nimble guitar playing are endearing and impressive.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 21 Sep. 2024
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“Endearing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endearing. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.
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