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endear Synonyms

Another word for endear

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• verb (Context 1)

To cause someone or something to become beloved, cherished, or well-liked by another person.

Usage Example

"Her genuine kindness and quick wit quickly endeared her to everyone in the neighborhood."

Strong
ingratiate
charm
captivate
win over
Weak
enchant
enamor

Opposites of endear

The opposite of endear shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

alienate
estrange
repel
antagonize
disenchant
offend
See all opposites of endear

• Nearby Words

endangered
endangerment
endcap
endear
endearing
endearingly
endearment

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Endear. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/endear
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