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or likeable
as in loved
easy to like; having pleasant or appealing qualities
Detective Grant is the most likeable character in the novel. She seems like a friendly, likable young woman.
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Recent Examples of likable
His very likable Melo Movie character was a far cry from Han-wool.
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Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
And by presenting Greg’s actions straightforwardly and without apology, Greg remains likable.
—Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
But once the judge rules that Sarah has to handle it, the team goes to work, gathering evidence and helping Sarah come across as more likable to a jury.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Green doesn’t worry whether her characters come off as likable or not.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2025
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Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
And by presenting Greg’s actions straightforwardly and without apology, Greg remains likable.
—Matthew J. Palm, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Mar. 2025
But once the judge rules that Sarah has to handle it, the team goes to work, gathering evidence and helping Sarah come across as more likable to a jury.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Green doesn’t worry whether her characters come off as likable or not.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likable
Adjective
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The vast majority of the city’s industrial jobs remained low paying, dangerous, and only attractive to the most desperate Americans until the 1940s.—
Made by History,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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Offering reliable weekly service schedules makes this attractive to busy homeowners.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The definitions of what’s crazy, what’s malicious, what’s polite, normal, and respectable all lost some of their force.—
Michael Brendan Dougherty,
National Review,
25 Apr. 2025
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At least the fielding has looked respectable (ninth in defensive efficiency) and the pitching staff mostly holds its own.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Jacquemus Opens Los Angeles Boutique—Attendees For Opening Include Lori Harvey And Laura Harrier Nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, French fashion house Jacquemus has unveiled its new boutique within a charming rustic home.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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Bringing in this charming, unpredictable element illustrates Rowlson-Hall’s approach to embracing life in all its beauty and complications.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In the sweet mash process, a fresh mash is made every time.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Delicately sweet figs balance the tang and sour bite of balsamic vinegar.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Opened just a few years ago, the Asbury Ocean Club Hotel offers excellent service, lovely rooms and terrific food.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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There is an endless supply of them, usually taking place in lovely ancient English towns, where there seem to be a fantastic number of murderers.—
Shannon Doyne,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The PJs are available in five styles overall, including an adorable strawberry print and striped pattern.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Snag this adorable throw pillow from Joanna Gaines’ collab with Loloi or prep for summer weather with this statement-making outdoor umbrella.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While the attempt at genre homage is admirable, Until Dawn seems trapped by the tonal demands of these shifts.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Apr. 2025
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The planned decimation of American space science, coupled with the total dysfunction in our human space program, squanders the admirable U.S. record and accomplishments.—
Louis Friedman,
Scientific American,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Set on the rugged and beautiful south Kona coast, this place of refuge was a safe haven for those who broke the kapu or sacred laws, transgressions punishable by death in old Hawaii.—
Ben Davidson,
Mercury News,
28 Apr. 2025
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What technologies can be employed to make beautiful, lightweight, yet resilient gold jewelry?—
Kyle Roderick,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Likable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likable. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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