endeared; endearing; endears
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
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But let Stephen Adly Guirgis’s play introduce itself on its own terms, with its firm, enthusiastic handshake and garrulous demeanor (Guirgis has never been a playwright of few words), and the experience quickly endears itself.
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Sara Holdren, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026
Ringwald’s prim, disciplined portrayal adds just the right touch of endearing spunkiness, while McCarthy, fighting with his social demons, is a likable rich kid with character substance.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Beyer was aware that saying this openly at her synagogue would not endear her to everyone.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Moody has long been a player that coach Steve Kerr has praised for his steady demeanor, something that has endeared Moody to coaching staff and teammates alike.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
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Sara Holdren, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026
Ringwald’s prim, disciplined portrayal adds just the right touch of endearing spunkiness, while McCarthy, fighting with his social demons, is a likable rich kid with character substance.
—Duane Byrge, HollywoodReporter, 31 Mar. 2026
Beyer was aware that saying this openly at her synagogue would not endear her to everyone.
—Eyal Press, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026
Moody has long been a player that coach Steve Kerr has praised for his steady demeanor, something that has endeared Moody to coaching staff and teammates alike.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endear. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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endear
verb
en·dear
in-ˈdi(ə)r 
: to cause to become dear or beloved
her generosity has endeared her to the public
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