courting
/ˈkɔrtɪŋ/
noun
- The activity of trying to win someone's romantic affection, typically with the intention of marriage.
- She enjoyed the slow pace of courting, getting to know him through long walks.
- In many cultures, courting involves formal visits and chaperones.
- Their old-fashioned courting lasted over a year before they got engaged.
- The act of trying to gain the favor or support of someone, such as a voter, investor, or ally.
- The senator's courting of young voters included town hall meetings and social media campaigns.
- The company's courting of investors involved several private dinners and presentations.
- His courting of the local community leaders helped secure the project's approval.
Synonyms
verb
- Present participle of court; trying to win the romantic affection of someone.
- They were courting secretly because their families disapproved.
- He is courting his neighbor with flowers and handwritten notes.
- She found him courting her sister, which caused a family argument.
- Present participle of court; trying to obtain or attract something, such as support, attention, or danger.
- Driving that fast in the rain is courting disaster.
- By speaking out, she is courting controversy among her colleagues.
- The politician is courting the votes of undecided voters.