courted

VERB

fawn over, pay attention to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attract charm cultivate entice invite please praise propose pursue seek solicit sue woo

STRONG

allure beseech bid bootlick captivate chase date entreat flatter follow gallant grovel importune serenade spark spoon sweetheart

WEAK

ask in marriage curry favor go out with go steady go together go with keep company with make love to make overture make time with pander to pay addresses to pay court to pop the question run after seek the hand of set one's cap take out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

condemn deny displease ignore neglect refuse reject repel repulse turn off

STRONG

offend

WEAK

disregard

Example Sentences

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courted

Of all the politicians Navatek courted under Kao’s leadership, Collins was its most important patron.

From Salon ● Sep. 23, 2026

Millennial women are target customers for many Insta-roe brands—the same demographic that was courted by popular DTC brands in other categories, like Everlane clothes, Glossier makeup and Away luggage.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026

He courted controversy shortly after taking over the association by changing its name, its logo and starting a partnership with Gazprom that turned the state-owned gas giant into the body’s biggest sponsor.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026

Haakon's sister, Märtha Louise, has also courted controversy for remarrying an American self-styled shaman in 2024, their business activities ultimately leading her to step back from royal duties.

From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026

Saint courted me for four years in his strange way.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan