endearing (to) Synonyms

Strongest:

to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)

The baby's chubby cheeks and infectious laughter were incredibly endearing to her parents.
The elderly couple shared a lifetime of love and companionship, making them endearing to all who knew them.
The stray cat's hesitant purring was endearing to the kind-hearted woman who took it in.
The young child's eagerness to help made him endearing to the weary cashier.
The teacher's unwavering patience and encouragement towards her students made her endearing to them.
The athlete's humility and sportsmanship were endearing to both fans and opponents.
The shy author's timid smile was endearing to the interviewers who met him.
The volunteer's dedication and compassion for others made him endearing to the community.
The grandmother's stories of her youth were endearing to her grandchildren, connecting them to their family history.
The therapist's ability to empathize and connect with clients made her endearing to those going through tough times.

to cause (someone) to be loved or admired by (someone or something)

ingratiating, conciliating, soothing, tranquillizing, comforting, calming, consoling, appeasing, catering (to), propitiating

bothering, annoying, aggravating, irritating,burning (up), crossing, getting, putting out, rousing, persecuting

The baby's chubby cheeks and infectious laughter were incredibly endearing to her parents.

The elderly couple shared a lifetime of love and companionship, making them endearing to all who knew them.

The stray cat's hesitant purring was endearing to the kind-hearted woman who took it in.

The young child's eagerness to help made him endearing to the weary cashier.