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 worshiping
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
Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025
Johansson’s direction is assured here, establishing the intimacy between these two older women with the kind of endearing eye usually reserved for stories about girlhood.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2025
Caroline Reilly, Glamour, 22 May 2025
Image Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
Don’t let Emily Wilde’s practical-seeming diary entries dissuade you: Fawcett’s novel, the first book in a series, is witty, frank and incredibly endearing.
—Ashley Poston, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 19 Feb. 2025
Not a grown adult who will challenge them and hold them to account, but a subservient voice that will give them compliments and find their faults endearing.
—Nic Juarez, Vulture, 19 Feb. 2025
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Verb
The creativity the brothers bring from four decades of producing concerts and exploring design around the world while touring has injected a fresh perspective to HGTV, while their brotherhood has endeared them to viewers.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025
Johansson’s direction is assured here, establishing the intimacy between these two older women with the kind of endearing eye usually reserved for stories about girlhood.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2025
Adjective
Despite sharing a genuine and endearing connection in the villa, Caroline and Ray joined their fellow finalists in the post-villa breakup club.
—Caroline Reilly, Glamour, 22 May 2025
Image Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
Don’t let Emily Wilde’s practical-seeming diary entries dissuade you: Fawcett’s novel, the first book in a series, is witty, frank and incredibly endearing.
—Ashley Poston, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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There’s solid physical comedy, clever quips, and endearing family bonding — and Meester isn’t the only actor capable of delivering them.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 19 Feb. 2025
Not a grown adult who will challenge them and hold them to account, but a subservient voice that will give them compliments and find their faults endearing.
—Nic Juarez, Vulture, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for endear
Adjective
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Sienna, 8, wore her hair in adorable pigtails while Ciara wore a middle part with loose curls pulled back.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
4 June 2025
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In the comment section, fans, along with Moore's celebrity friends, couldn't get over the adorable images.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Leave behind the city for mountains, refreshing lakes, and charming small towns.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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Measuring over 4 feet tall and just shy of two feet wide, this charming furniture find offers loads of storage in both top and bottom compartments.—
Alexandra Kay,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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And be sure to check out our outstanding Father's Day Gift Guide for more ideas on what to get your dear old dad.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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And which gladly includes two very favored domains, e.g., the close and dear cousins of psychology and physics.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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The classic Bronx is a full pour of gin, and about half that much of sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and orange juice.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
31 May 2025
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Satisfy savory or sweet cravings with avocado toast or pastries, and grab a Reuben panini for the road.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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“Endear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endear. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.
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