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endearing
1. adj. Inspiring affection or love, often in a childlike way.
Synonyms: cute
2. n. (synonym of endearment).
endear
1. v. (obsolete) To make (something) more precious or valuable.
2. v. (obsolete) To make (something) more expensive; to increase the cost of.
3. v. (obsolete) To stress (something) as important; to exaggerate.
4. v. To make (someone) dear or precious.

Example Sentences

His lack of self-awareness was sublime. That could be either endearing or maddening.  Despite her hard exterior, she had a certain vulnerability that made her quite endearing.

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