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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
Yelkur ranked Google’s Gemini commercial about imagining a new home as one of the most emotionally appealing, likeable ads that tugged at the heartstrings.
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Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2026
No wonder Hollywood’s most likable star, Jennifer Garner, chose the affluent hood as the spot for her farm-style home inspired by her childhood in West Virginia.
—Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2026
Steenhuisen’s departure paves the way for one of South Africa’s most likeable politicians to take the helm of a key pillar of the coalition government.
—Sam Mkokeli, semafor.com, 4 Feb. 2026
This team is full of likeable players who don’t give off an aura of entitlement, unlike recent Sox players like Lance Lynn, Joe Kelly and Yasmani Grandal.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
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Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2026
No wonder Hollywood’s most likable star, Jennifer Garner, chose the affluent hood as the spot for her farm-style home inspired by her childhood in West Virginia.
—Architectural Digest, 6 Feb. 2026
Steenhuisen’s departure paves the way for one of South Africa’s most likeable politicians to take the helm of a key pillar of the coalition government.
—Sam Mkokeli, semafor.com, 4 Feb. 2026
This team is full of likeable players who don’t give off an aura of entitlement, unlike recent Sox players like Lance Lynn, Joe Kelly and Yasmani Grandal.
—Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likable
Adjective
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Beadles’ family spoke at Clark’s sentencing hearing about the pain of not knowing what happened to their loved one, according to the DA’s office.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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And above all, friends and loved ones are an essential component.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Having taught classes in neuroscience and disease processes at Chicago State University, Straughter designs her works to draw people in with attractive patterns and colors.—
Susan DeGrane,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Shares are up almost 40% over the last 12 months and remain extremely attractive at current levels, Gosalia said.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The blue collar career, once a respectable path to home ownership and a stable family income, became something to escape rather than aspire to.—
Gerald Bradshaw,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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Though Disneyland Park’s littler and much younger sibling, the park has grown into a respectable offering, one that ranks among my favorite Disney parks in North America.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Raglan is a charming surf town on the west coast of New Zealand’s North Island where the vibes are laidback and friendly.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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There are also charming men, if that’s your thing.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Upsimples Set of 3 5x7-Inch Photo Frames This sweet home decor deal, featuring three 5x7-inch photo frames, comes out to $3 apiece.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Feb. 2026
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Some unique ideas for the shower hosts include a simple candle with a sweet note, a single flower in a keepsake bud vase just for the host, or a charming cocktail napkin set.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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After a day at the beach, retreat to this lovely country house that’s ideal for groups and families.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2026
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Some lovely amenities, very much on par with the room price, include Taittinger Champagne at the morning buffet, Diptyque toiletries in the rooms, and complimentary on-site activities like yoga classes and excellent chocolate chip cookies delivered nightly to your room.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Whoa, that’s adorable and important.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
27 Feb. 2026
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Customers who weren’t able to get a pastel-colored tote last year are over the moon about having another shot at these adorable little bags.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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These metrics were likely adopted to support admirable values — health, relationships, and better workplaces — but over time, our connection with them shifts.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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While their compassion and generosity are admirable, their actions shouldn’t be necessary.—
Allison Sesso,
STAT,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Likable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likable. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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