1. loved or cherished; having gained affection
Usage: often used with ‘to’

Examples

• She became endeared to the whole family after helping during the crisis.
• His kind gestures endeared him to his coworkers.
• The puppy’s playful nature made him endeared to all the children.
• Through her volunteer work, she became endeared to the community.
• His honesty and integrity endeared him to voters.
• The teacher’s patience endeared her to even the most difficult students.