loving

adjective

lov·​ing ˈlə-viŋ 

1

: affectionate

2

: painstaking

lovingly

ˈlə-viŋ-lē 

adverb

lovingness noun

Synonyms of loving

• affectionate
• adoring

Examples of loving in a Sentence

The old house has undergone a loving restoration.

they were a loving family, supporting each other when times were bad

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike human will, which can be self-serving, dominating, unjustly conditional, or confusingly unfair, God’s will is wise, loving, free, impartial, and infinitely insightful. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Aug. 2026

Pisces February 19 – March 20 A loving boundary can make partnership feel more secure. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026

The film will follow Julián, a loving father and travel journalist. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026

My demeanor is also much more loving, inviting, and open in the show compared to the audition. — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing loving

• loving cup
• loving-kindness
• tender loving care

Rhymes for loving

• shoving
• unloving

Kids Definition

loving

adjective

lov·​ing

ˈləv-iŋ

: feeling or showing love : affectionate

loving care

a loving glance

lovingly adverb