Courting

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːrtɪŋ/

Courting (verb)

  1. Trying to win someone's love or attention, often through romantic gestures.
  2. Attempting to attract support or approval from someone, often in a formal way.

Examples

  • They are courting each other with sweet gestures.
  • The politician is courting the support of local businesses.

Common collocations: courting someone, actively courting, courting favor, courting public opinion

Synonyms of Courting

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Courting

  • To turn down someone's romantic advances.
  • To pay no attention to someone's romantic interest.