endearment

• Nom désignant un mot, une phrase ou un geste exprimant de l'affection ou de l'amour, souvent utilisé comme terme d'adresse tendre envers un être cher.

A noun referring to a word, phrase, or action that expresses affection or love, often used as a term of address for a loved one.

1. Expression of affectionB2formal

   A word or phrase used to express love or affection towards someone.

   Expression d'affection

   • He whispered sweet endearments in her ear.
   • 'Darling' is a common term of endearment.
   • She used playful endearments when talking to her child.

   Synonymespet namesweet nothings

2. Act of making someone likedC1formal

   The quality or action that makes someone or something more loved or appreciated.

   Action de rendre quelqu'un aimable

   • His kindness was an endearment to all who knew him.
   • The puppy's playful nature was a great endearment to the family.
   • Her honesty served as an endearment to her colleagues.

   Synonymesadorablenessappealattractivenesscharmwinsomeness

   Antonymesalienationdisaffectionestrangement