endear /in-dērˈ/

1. To make dear or more dear
2. To bind in gratitude (Shakespeare)

endearedˈ adjective

Beloved

endearˈing adjective

1. Making dear
2. Arousing or increasing affection
3. Expressing love (archaic)

endearˈingly adverb

endearˈingness noun

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