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

Williams has brought joy to her community as a loving and caring presence at a fast-food hamburger stand. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026

According to Chamberlain, Steve and Marlene Aisenberg believe the person who took Sabrina wanted to raise her in a loving family. — Curran Rastogi, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026

Lopez-Cornejo's family remembers him as a loving son, brother and father. — Nick Caloway, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026

The bright artwork and friendly prose capture the complexities of kids’ emotions and celebrate the fun that a loving caregiver and child can have together even when life feels tough. — Literary Hub, 3 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