likable

adjective

lik·​able ˈlī-kə-bəl 

variants or likeable

: having qualities that bring about a favorable regard : pleasant, agreeable

the most likable character in the play

likability

ˌlī-kə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

likableness noun

Examples of likable in a Sentence

Detective Grant is the most likeable character in the novel.

She seems like a friendly, likable young woman.

Recent Examples on the Web

Our society has decided that only the likable are deserving of compassion. —Rachel Harrison, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025

While the real-life Warrens undoubtedly were hucksters and snake-oil salesmen, the fictional ones are an intensely likable couple whose love for each other is far firmer than the veil between the living and the dead. —Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025

The writers are still trying to find the elements that will make Gleeson more than a likable straight-man, though his/Ned’s tendency toward happy-dancing is a good start. —Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025

While Lauren eventually became more likable, another soap opera villain wasn't as lucky. —Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1730, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for likable

• likeable

Kids Definition

likable

adjective

lik·​able

variants or likeable

ˈlī-kə-bəl 

: easily liked

likableness noun