How to Use Endear?

The verb endear is almost always followed by the word "to," as in the sentence "The teacher's ready smile and gentle voice endear him to the class of kindergartners." When something endears you to another person, he or she adores you.

What does it mean to endear something?

transitive verb. 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.

Can you endear yourself?

If something endears you to someone or if you endear yourself to them, you become popular with them and well liked by them.

Chloe Bennett

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