Endear (verb)

To make someone feel loved or fond of someone or something; to cause someone to feel affection for someone or something.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french endearir, from en- "in" + dear "dear".

Examples:

1. Her kind words endeared her to everyone.
2. He endeared himself to the children with his silly jokes.
3. The puppy's antics endeared it to its new family.
4. The concert endeared the band to their fans.
5. His actions endeared him to the community.