lovable

/'lʌvəbl/
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lovable

The mischievous but lovable child shares his toy with a friend.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Eliciting or deserving affection: Having qualities that naturally attract love, fondness, or warm liking from others.
    • Endearing: Characterized by charm, kindness, or other traits that make someone easy to love.
Usage

The adjective "lovable" is used to describe a person, animal, or sometimes even a thing whose nature or behavior inspires feelings of love and affection. It is a positive and warm descriptor. - It typically comes before a noun (e.g., a lovable character) or after a linking verb like "is" or "seems" (e.g., He is very lovable). - It often describes someone who is kind, charming, friendly, or appealing despite minor flaws.

Examples
  • Before a noun:
    • She has a lovable personality that makes everyone feel welcome.
    • The puppy's lovable antics made the whole family smile.
  • After a linking verb:
    • Despite his gruff exterior, the old man is truly lovable.
    • The character in the book is quirky and lovable.
Advanced Usage
  • "utterly lovable": Completely and overwhelmingly deserving of affection.
    • The film's protagonist is an utterly lovable underdog.
  • "inherently lovable": Lovable by its very nature or essence.
    • Many find babies inherently lovable.
Variants and Related Words
  • Love (n/v): The deep feeling or the action of having profound affection.
  • Lovably (adv.): In a manner that inspires love or affection.
    • He grinned lovably.
  • Lovableness (n.): The quality of being lovable.
    • Her lovableness won over the entire team.
Synonyms
  • Adorable: Inspiring great affection; delightful.
  • Endearing: Inspiring affection or warm sympathy.
  • Charming: Very pleasant or attractive.
  • Dear: Regarded with deep affection.
  • Sweet: Kind, thoughtful, and likable.
Antonyms
  • Hateful: Arousing hatred or disgust.
  • Despicable: Deserving hatred and contempt.
  • Odious: Extremely unpleasant; repulsive.
  • Unlovable: Not attracting or deserving love.
Idioms and Common Phrases
  • "Loveable rogue": A charming person who behaves in a slightly dishonest or mischievous way but is still liked.
    • In the story, he plays the part of a lovable rogue.
lovable

The mischievous but lovable child shares his toy with a friend.

Adjective
  1. having characteristics that attract love or affection
    • a mischievous but lovable child

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