LOVABLE Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

lovable

adjective

ˈlə-və-bəl

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Definition of lovable

as in adorable

having qualities that tend to make one loved she was a lovable child, always helpful and kind

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Recent Examples of lovable Following the major season four finale death of Rudy Pankow‘s erratic-yet-lovable JJ Maybank, the crew at the heart of Netflix‘s teen treasure hunt series is setting out on one final adventure to avenge their best friend. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026 Plus the eternally lovable Muppets including Kermit and Miss Piggy, the viral dance troupe Ghetto Kids from Kampala, Uganda, who danced with Shakira, and children from Staten Island's PS22 Chorus, who closed out the show singing with Martin. — Anastasia Tsioulcas, NPR, 19 July 2026 On the other hand, the perfect quarterback is not as lovable as Baker Mayfield. — John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2026 She’s surrounded by distinctive, lovable yet deeply flawed characters. — Judy Berman, Time, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lovable

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Adjective

For a more casual pair of comfy everyday flats, try these adorable Dolce Vita jelly shoes.

— Jordan Julian, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026
Ted was an adorable lead and head coach and despite his lack of experience or knowledge of soccer, his remarkable way with people took everyone off guard, including viewers.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of adorable

Adjective

Those in the know noticed an especially sentimental aspect to her appearance this weekend, as the Princess wore jewelry that nodded to those dearest to her heart.

— Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 2 Aug. 2026
Women were burning their bras, Black people were marching for their rights and teenagers across the world were explicitly rejecting the values that their parents held so dear.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 29 July 2026

Definition of dear

Adjective

This feeling also ripples throughout the community, casting a shadow on fellow classmates, family and loved ones.

— Narmeen Khan, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Though the teens have been identified by families and loved ones as those in the Grand Junction community share memories and rally around those left behind.

— Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2026

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