takes a liking to
Grows to appreciate
Takes a liking to means to develop fondness or affection for someone or something, often quickly or unexpectedly: The cat took a liking to him right away.
The phrase suggests the attraction happens naturally rather than through deliberate effort.
It commonly describes children or animals warming to people, or people discovering unexpected preferences: She took a liking to the strange little town.
- friendshipBond of mutual affection
- interestAttention, stake, or fee
- affectionWarm emotional attachment
- fondnessWarm liking or affection
- preferenceFavored choice among alternatives
inclination · warmth · devotion · appreciation · attachment · fancy · soft spot · curiosity · attraction · smile · camaraderie · admiration · compliment · favor · wins over · rapport · endearment · connection
takes a liking totakes against
Develops unfounded hostility toward
turns against · can't stand · loathes · detests · abhors
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