self-endearing

en·dear·ing

[en-deer-ing]
adjective
1.
tending to make dear or beloved.
2.
manifesting or evoking affection: an endearing smile.

Origin:
1615–25; endear + -ing2

en·dear·ing·ly, adverb
self-en·dear·ing, adjective
un·en·dear·ing, adjective
un·en·dear·ing·ly, adverb
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endearing (ɪnˈdɪərɪŋ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
giving rise to love or esteem; charming
 
endearingly
 
adv

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Self-endearing is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
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endearing
1660s, from endear.
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