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
Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
These are the surprises that endear you to this place.
—Lauren Bans, Vulture, 5 Jan. 2026
Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The series sees paper company workers mixing not-so-serious business and personal affairs while operating under an incompetent but endearing boss (played to perfection by Steve Carell).
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Jan. 2026
Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Dec. 2025
Other quirks, though, are kind of endearing in an odd way.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
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Verb
Lake has also endeared himself to his teammates, as evidenced by Kobie Turner‘s widened smile when Lake’s name came up with reporters following the Rams’ 37-20 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
—Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
These are the surprises that endear you to this place.
—Lauren Bans, Vulture, 5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
The sea lions sprawled across the docks have become one of San Francisco’s most endearing—and unexpected—attractions.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
The series sees paper company workers mixing not-so-serious business and personal affairs while operating under an incompetent but endearing boss (played to perfection by Steve Carell).
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Jan. 2026
Verb
Billy’s endearing in that way, and Pam becomes our eyes into his world.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Dec. 2025
Other quirks, though, are kind of endearing in an odd way.
—New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endear
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Those who have followed Tyler James Williams from his days on Everybody Hates Chris know he's always been an adorable kid.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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But, right now there are plenty of great discounts to find on kitchen essentials, including these adorable Kate Spade oven mitts and glass storage containers, perfect for leftovers (and reducing plastic usage, a big deal in my home).—
Paige Bennett,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Patrick is certainly slick and charming, but his story hardly passes muster.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Its charming white-stone facade is covered with windows, while red brick stacks throw color into the mix.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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So be a dear, search turf here For garbage and trash abound.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
28 Jan. 2026
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John became a dear friend of mine and he will always be remembered as an important part of 49ers history.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Silas cuddled his dad in a sweet black-and-white snap.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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Dan Levy posted a sweet tribute to O'Hara on Instagram on Friday.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endear. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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