loving

adjective

lov·​ing ˈlə-viŋ How to pronounce loving (audio)
Synonyms of lovingnext
lovingly adverb
lovingness noun

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
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Schlossberg will be remembered as a passionate environmental journalist, curious author, and loving mother, wife, daughter, and friend. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 5 Jan. 2026 Her son Sebastian announced her death on her Instagram account, penning a loving tribute to the socialite and jewelry designer. Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026 Executed with loving and meticulous care on a damn-the-cost basis by a prize-winning director with two large commercial successes behind him. Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2026 Aside from being hilarious, this book is a loving reminder to kids that mistakes happen, and so does forgiveness. Caroline Carlson, Literary Hub, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for loving

Word History

First Known Use

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of loving was before the 12th century

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“Loving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/loving. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

loving

adjective
lov·​ing
ˈləv-iŋ
: feeling or showing love : affectionate
loving care
a loving glance
lovingly adverb

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