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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Modern Warfare has previously courted controversy through storylines inspired by real-world events and conflicts.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

But in the backdrop to Rubio's visit lies a question -- how does India, long courted by the United States, figure in the norms-shattering and highly personalized worldview of President Donald Trump?

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The Magic courted Kidd five years ago before hiring Jamahl Mosley.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

More recently, the star has courted criticism with her stances on certain topics.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Meanwhile, Yuko’s friend had been set up with Ahmaad’s friend, and though they courted for a few months, that relationship came to an end.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers