en·dear \ə̇nˈdi(ə)r, en-, -iə\transitive verb (-ed/-ing/-s) Etymology:en- (I) + dear, adjective 1.obsolete: to make higher in cost, value, or estimation 2.obsolete: to value highly or hold in affection or love 3.: to make dear, beloved, or esteemed < his humor endeared him to the public > < they endeared themselves to the whole town >