Definition

In a way that makes someone feel affection or love.

Example

She smiled endearingly at the puppy, making everyone around her feel warm inside.

Conversation

Did you see how the puppy looked at me?

Yeah, it was so endearingly cute!

I know, right? I couldn't help but smile.

Me too! It really made my day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endearingly → It is formed from "endear" (from Old English *endearian*, meaning to make dear or beloved) and "-ingly" (a suffix used to form adverbs). The word "endearingly" means in a manner that makes someone dear or beloved.

Memory Tip

Think of making someone "dear" or beloved, and remember that "endearingly" describes doing something in a way that makes others feel cherished.

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