wooing

• 指追求或求爱，努力赢得某人的爱情，通常以建立恋爱关系或结婚为目的。

A noun referring to the act of courting or seeking the affections of someone, typically with the intention of a romantic relationship or marriage.

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1. Courtship or romantic pursuitB2formal

   The act of trying to win someone's affection, especially with the intention of marriage.

   求爱

   • His wooing of her lasted for several months before she agreed to marry him.
   • The poem describes the gentle wooing of a lover.
   • Wooing in the 19th century often involved formal visits and letters.

   同义词courtingcourtshippursuitromancesuit

• 动词，指通过讨好、奉承或劝说等方式争取某人的好感、爱慕或支持。

A verb used to indicate the act of seeking the favor, affection, or support of someone, often through flattery or persuasion.

1. Seek favor or supportB2formal

   To try to gain the favor, support, or approval of someone, often through persuasion or flattery.

   争取支持

   • The politician wooed voters with promises of tax cuts.
   • The company is trying to woo new investors with a strong business plan.
   • She wooed the committee with her passionate speech.

   同义词charmcourtcultivateflatterpursueseeksolicit

2. Make romantic advancesB2formal

   To try to persuade someone to love you or to date you, often with romantic gestures.

   追求

   • He wooed her with flowers and poetry.
   • The young man spent months wooing his sweetheart.
   • She was wooed by his charm and sincerity.

   同义词chasecourtpursueromanceseek