Basic Details
Word: Endearing
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Causing someone to feel fondness or affection; charming or lovable.
Synonyms: Charming, lovable, adorable, enchanting
Antonyms: Unpleasant, off-putting, unlovable
Idioms and Phrases
- Endearing qualities: Traits that make someone or something lovable. Example: "Her endearing qualities, like her smile and kindness, made everyone feel at home."
- To endear oneself to someone: To make someone like you by being nice or charming. Example: "He tried to endear himself to the teacher by always being polite and helpful."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The puppy had an endearing way of wagging its tail whenever someone approached.
Example 2: Her endearing personality made her many friends wherever she went.
Example 3: The children's laughter was so endearing that it filled the room with joy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "endearing" comes from the Middle English word "endearen," meaning to make dear or to raise in greatness? It has been used in English since the 14th century.
Famous Quote
"The most endearing thing about love is that it speaks to the hearts of both people." Ray Charles
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "endearing" mean?
a) Unpleasant
b) Causing someone to feel fondness
c) Strong and powerful
d) Quick and speedy
Answer: b) Causing someone to feel fondness
2. Which of these is a synonym of "endearing"?
a) Unlovable
b) Off-putting
c) Charming
d) Dull
Answer: c) Charming
3. Which word is an antonym of "endearing"?
a) Lovable
b) Unpleasant
c) Adorable
d) Lovely
Answer: b) Unpleasant
4. Which sentence uses "endearing" correctly?
a) The endearing movie made everyone cry.
b) The endearing man shouted loudly.
c) The endearing rules made the game boring.
d) The endearing tree grew very fast.
Answer: a) The endearing movie made everyone cry.
5. What does it mean to "endear oneself to someone"?
a) To become distant
b) To make someone dislike you
c) To make someone like you
d) To annoy someone
Answer: c) To make someone like you
