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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The approach has endeared the ACC to young people who otherwise might not join a conservative group or participate in political organizing at all.
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Gaby Del Valle, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
This spikiness is an intrinsic part of Paul’s personality, one that endeared her to millions.
—Rebecca Jennings, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Though he’s only contracted to be at Rockin’ Grandma’s for a week, Anthony quickly endears himself to his newfound colleagues and the audience.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Park is endearing and utterly relatable as the neurotic girlfriend who’s been burned by past relationships, as well as her parents’ divorce.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
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Gaby Del Valle, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
This spikiness is an intrinsic part of Paul’s personality, one that endeared her to millions.
—Rebecca Jennings, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Though he’s only contracted to be at Rockin’ Grandma’s for a week, Anthony quickly endears himself to his newfound colleagues and the audience.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 19 Mar. 2026
Park is endearing and utterly relatable as the neurotic girlfriend who’s been burned by past relationships, as well as her parents’ divorce.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 18 Mar. 2026
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/endear. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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endear
verb
en·dear
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: to cause to become dear or beloved
her generosity has endeared her to the public
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