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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There was choreographed dancing, a DJ, and mounted posters of Flemister where people could write loving words in colorful markers. Laura Turbay, Chicago Tribune, 22 Feb. 2026 The Lindner family released a statement following the death of Christopher Lindner, describing him as a loving, kind, Christ Jesus follower, husband, and father of four who had suffered from mental illness. Gillian Stawiszynski, Cincinnati Enquirer, 20 Feb. 2026 What imaginative, fun-loving, playful, magical dreams are worthy of your dedication, and which could stand to be shelved? Maressa Brown, InStyle, 20 Feb. 2026 If someone close erodes your self-belief, that’s not a loving situation. Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 18 Feb. 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 25 Feb. 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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