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Endear: meaning, definitions and examples

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endear

 

[ ɪnˈdɪər ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

affectionate

To cause to be loved or regarded with affection; make dear or precious.

Synonyms

appreciate, cherish, treasure, value

Examples of usage

  • The little girl's sweet smile endeared her to everyone she met.
  • His kindness and generosity endeared him to his colleagues.
  • Her witty sense of humor endeared her to all of her friends.
Context #2 | Verb

cute

To make dear, esteemed, or beloved.

Synonyms

captivate, charm, delight, enchant

Examples of usage

  • The puppy's playful antics endeared it to the whole family.
  • His awkward charm endeared him to his classmates.
  • The old man's wisdom and warmth endeared him to the neighborhood.

Translations

Translations of the word "endear" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cativar

🇮🇳 मोह लेना

🇩🇪 bezaubern

🇮🇩 membuat terpesona

🇺🇦 зачаровувати

🇵🇱 urzekać

🇯🇵 魅了する (miryō suru)

🇫🇷 charmer

🇪🇸 encantar

🇹🇷 büyülemek

🇰🇷 매혹하다 (maehokhada)

🇸🇦 يسحر (yusahir)

🇨🇿 okouzlit

🇸🇰 očariť

🇨🇳 使人喜爱 (shǐ rén xǐ'ài)

🇸🇮 očarati

🇮🇸 heilla

🇰🇿 баурап алу

🇬🇪 მოხიბვლა (mokhibvla)

🇦🇿 məftun etmək

🇲🇽 encantar

Etymology

The word 'endear' originated from the Middle English word 'endere,' which means 'to make precious or valuable.' It has been in use since the 15th century and has evolved to represent the act of making someone or something beloved or cherished. The concept of endearment has been a fundamental aspect of human relationships, emphasizing the importance of affection and love in interpersonal connections.

See also: dear, dearly, dearth.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,913, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.