endearing

Pronunciation: \in-ˈdir, en-\

Function: verb

Date: 1580

1 obsolete : to make higher in cost, value, or estimation2 : to cause to become beloved or admired

<her generosity has endeared her to the public>

en·dem·ic

Pronunciation: \en-ˈde-mik, in-\

Function: adjective

Etymology: French endémique, from endémie endemic disease, from Greek endēmia action of dwelling, from endēmos endemic,

from en in +dēmos people, populace Date: 1759

1. Prevalent in or peculiar to a particular locality, region, or people: diseases endemic to the tropics. See Synonyms at native.

2. Ecology Native to or confined to a certain region.

n. Ecology An endemic plant or animal.

epiph·a·ny Pronunciation: \i-ˈpi-fə-nē\Function: noun Etymology: Middle English epiphanie, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin epiphania, from Late Greek, plural, probably alteration of Greek epiphaneia appearanceDate: 14th century(1) : a usually sudden manifestation or perception of the essential nature or meaning of something (2) : an intuitive grasp of reality through something (as an event) usually simple and striking (3) : an illuminating discovery, realization, or disclosure b : a revealing scene or moment

en·dorse

Pronunciation: \in-ˈdors, en-\ Variant(s): also in·dorse \in-\

Function: verb Inflected Form(s): en·dorsed; en·dors·ing

Etymology: alteration of obsolete endoss, from Middle English endosen, from Anglo-French endosser, to put on, don, write on the back of, from en- + dos back, from Latin dorsum

Date: 1581

1 a : to write on the back of : to sign one's name as payee on the back of (a check) in order to obtain the cash or credit represented on the face b : to inscribe (one's signature) on a check, bill, or note

2 a : to approve openly <endorse an idea>; especially : to express support or approval of publicly and definitely <endorse a mayoral candidate> b : to recommend (as a product or service) usually for financial compensation <shoes endorsed by a pro basketball player> synonyms see approve

OPPs!

Persona non grata

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enduring

Function: adjective

Date: 15th century

: lasting, durable <an enduring truth>

en·grave

Pronunciation: \in-ˈgrāv, en-\

Function: verb Inflected Form(s): en·graved; en·grav·ing

Etymology: Middle French engraver, from en- + graver to grave, of Germanic origin; akin to Old English grafan to grave

Date: 1509

1 a : to impress deeply as if with a graver <the incident was engraved in his memory> b : to form by incision (as on wood or metal)2 a : to cut figures, letters, or designs on for printing; also : to print from an engraved plate <an engraved invitation>

I do not endorse

en·gulf

Pronunciation: \in-ˈgəlf, en-\

Function: transitive verb

Date: 1555

1 : to flow over and enclose : overwhelm

<the mounting seas threatened to engulf the island>2 : to take in - by flowing over and enclosing

enig·ma

Pronunciation: \i-ˈnig-mə, e-\

Function: noun

Etymology: Latin aenigma, from Greek ainigmat-, ainigma, from ainissesthai to speak in riddles, from ainos fable

Date: 1539

1 : an obscure speech or writing 2 : something hard to understand or explain 3 : an inscrutable or mysterious person

synonyms see mystery

This picture features two soldiers: one using the Enigma and the other transcribing. There isn't a lot to tell from this picture, other than it looks a little staged. It looks like the Enigma operator is using two hands, which would probably require some practice.

en·mi·ty

Pronunciation: \ˈen-mə-tē\

Function: noun Inflected Form(s): plural en·mi·ties

Etymology: Middle English enmite, from Anglo-French enemité, enemisté, from enemi enemy

Date: 13th century

1: The quality of being an enemy – hostle or unfriendly disposition

No ground of enmity between us known - Milton

en·sign

Pronunciation: \ˈen(t)-sən, also ˈen-ˌsīn Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English ensigne, sign, token, banner, from Anglo-French enseigne, from Latin insignia insignia, flags

Date: 15th century

1 : a flag that is flown (as by a ship) as the symbol of nationality 2 a : a badge of office, rank, or power

EnmityCaution: Win the MVP award and get elected as an all star three times,

And opposing pitchers might have enmity towards you.