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endearing
[/ɪnˈdɪrɪŋ/]
adjective
cativante
1.
inspiring affection or love; charming and appealing in a way that makes people like you
Her endearing smile won over everyone in the room.
Seu sorriso cativante conquistou todos na sala.
2.
causing someone to be loved or liked more
The puppy's endearing antics made it irresistible.
As travessuras cativantes do filhote o tornaram irresistível.
Synonyms
charming
appealing
lovable
adorable
winning
engaging
attractive
Antonyms
repulsive
repellent
unappealing
off-putting
disagreeable
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
cativante
most common usage
Brazil
encantador
alternative, slightly more formal
Portugal
cativante
preferred form in European Portuguese
Portugal
encantador
also used, more literary
Related Idioms & Phrases
endearing qualities
endearing charm
win someone over with endearing behavior
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