as in to commend
to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)
They endeared themselves to the whole town.
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
you have to wonder about people who don't find kittens and puppies endearing
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
his impish sense of humor is one of his more endearing traits
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as in massaging
to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)
They endeared themselves to the whole town.
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Recent Examples of endear
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 25 Mar. 2026
The approach has endeared the ACC to young people who otherwise might not join a conservative group or participate in political organizing at all.
—Gaby Del Valle, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
In one endearing moment, the actor was spotted heading to the bar after the emotional and extended segment honoring many of the Hollywood stars who died in the past year.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Enter Bregman, who exercised his opt-out clause to leave the Boston Red Sox and signed a five-year, $175 million contract with the Cubs in January, quickly endearing himself to Chicago sports fans by attending Bulls, Bears and Blackhawks games.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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Verb
Her high-energy, soulful, DJ set and vocal performance brought the house down and instantly endeared her to the Treefort team and faithful.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 25 Mar. 2026
The approach has endeared the ACC to young people who otherwise might not join a conservative group or participate in political organizing at all.
—Gaby Del Valle, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The Drone Moment Gives Cameron Young Perspective The most endearing moment of the day came courtesy of Henry and John’s complete indifference to what their father had just accomplished.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 16 Mar. 2026
In one endearing moment, the actor was spotted heading to the bar after the emotional and extended segment honoring many of the Hollywood stars who died in the past year.
—Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
Verb
Frank, played with endearing earnestness by Bale, is more of a big softie than a monster.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Enter Bregman, who exercised his opt-out clause to leave the Boston Red Sox and signed a five-year, $175 million contract with the Cubs in January, quickly endearing himself to Chicago sports fans by attending Bulls, Bears and Blackhawks games.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endear
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In an adorable clip the Duchess of Sussex posted on Instagram last month, her daughter wore a miniature version of one of Markle's go-to silhouettes.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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The adorable patch pockets also give them a retro flair that’s hard to compete with.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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Most regions in the country are brimming with high-end hotels and charming bed and breakfasts, but staying at an Airbnb is a very Parent Trap move that gives you a closer connection to the area.—
Kelsey Mulvey,
Vogue,
2 Apr. 2026
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As charming as this set of tracks is, why release them now?—
Sam Goldner,
Pitchfork,
2 Apr. 2026
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Growing up, Ralph Newman, the Lincoln historian and bookshop owner, was a dear friend of our family and a mentor to me.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Banks wrote a book with Isaac Knapper, the man wrongfully convicted for her father’s murder, calling him a dear friend.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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Leonardo da Vinci himself couldn’t have drawn up a sweeter draw.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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The regional specialty features a thin crust, a slightly sweet tomato sauce and loads of cheese — provolone-and-mozzarella or just provolone.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endear. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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