What does endear mean?
Endear means (obsolete) To make (something) more precious or valuable..
Endear
/ɪnˈdɪə(ɹ)/ · verb
Meaning
(obsolete) To make (something) more precious or valuable..
Definitions by Sense
- (obsolete) To make (something) more precious or valuable.
- (obsolete) To make (something) more expensive; to increase the cost of.
- (obsolete) To stress (something) as important; to exaggerate.
- To make (someone) dear or precious.
Example Sentences
Salvianus Massiliensis[…]saith, that amongst French-men, to lie and forsweare is no vice but a manner of speach. He that would endeare [translating encherir] this Testimonie, might say, it is now rather deemed a vertue among them.
By giving candy to the children the man tried to endear himself to them.
Synonyms for endear
Antonyms for endear
Related Words
Word Forms
- endears
- endearing
- endeared
- indear
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for endear?
Common synonyms include bedear.
What is the opposite of endear?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use endear in a sentence?
Salvianus Massiliensis[…]saith, that amongst French-men, to lie and forsweare is no vice but a manner of speach. He that would endeare [translating encherir] this Testimonie, might say, it is now rather deemed a vertue among them.
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