endearing
adjective
tending to make dear or beloved.
endearingly
-
a word derived from
endearing.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Christie, famously and endearingly, became very emotional in the aftermath of that victory.
From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2026
Along the way, we are treated to the author’s ironic wit and the delightful spectacle of Josie schooling her partner in the social graces he endearingly lacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
Brendan Fraser gives an endearingly heartfelt performance as an underemployed American actor who has lived in Japan for seven years and speaks its language.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 20, 2025
The aptly named “Mini Winnies,” which look endearingly cartoonish, featured a tonka and malted milk biscuit dipped in milk chocolate.
From Salon ● Sep. 19, 2025
The husband, whom I’ll call Bill, had an endearingly playful manner.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
