endearing

/ɛn-/adjective

Making people feel affection; charming in a sweet or lovable way.

Example sentences

“He has an endearing habit of humming while he cooks.”
“The puppy's clumsy walk was endearing.”
“Her shy smile was one of her most endearing qualities.”

Common pairings: endearing quality, habit, smile. The verb is 'endear', usually in 'endear yourself to someone'.

Synonyms for endearing

charming
lovable
adorable
appealing

Antonyms

irritating
off-putting

Find it in: Positive words.

Related words

disarmingFriendly or charming in a way that makes people less suspicious or angry.enchantingVery charming and delightful, in a way that seems almost magical.energeticFull of energy and enthusiasm; lively and active.enchantTo charm and delight someone, capturing their interest completely.enhanceTo make something better, stronger, or more valuable.empathyThe ability to understand and share what another person is feeling or thinking.