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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
The two made for a likable if unlikely pair of friends.
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Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
That was his mantra the entire season, a pledge filled with the respectful humility that framed his image into that of a likable kid who was just here to hoop.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Ashley Nicholas As a Black woman, Ashely Nicholas felt her hair was the key to getting jobs and becoming likable in society.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025
His very likable Melo Movie character was a far cry from Han-wool.
—Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
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Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
That was his mantra the entire season, a pledge filled with the respectful humility that framed his image into that of a likable kid who was just here to hoop.
—Bill Plaschke, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2025
Ashley Nicholas As a Black woman, Ashely Nicholas felt her hair was the key to getting jobs and becoming likable in society.
—Celeste Polanco, Essence, 1 Apr. 2025
His very likable Melo Movie character was a far cry from Han-wool.
—Joan MacDonald, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for likable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for likable
Adjective
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That has to be an attractive thing to keep players and to acquire players as well.—
The Athletic FC Podcast,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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With an attractive valuation, strong profitability, and a recent breakout signaling optimal timing for adding bullish exposure in a recovering sector.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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The ensemble pic led by Florence Pugh and Sebastian Stan fell a respectable 55 percent from its opening weekend, compared to an average decline of 57 percent for a title in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2025
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These are respectable numbers for a half-ton pickup.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Unlike the national parks in the U.S., the Cairngorms are considered a populated national park, one that’s home to more than 18,000 residents living in its small towns and charming villages.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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The psychological thriller revolves around two sisters who confront their haunted past and a dangerous present when one falls for a charming architect hiding dark secrets linked to gruesome murders.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Following Cameron’s sweet toast to Kaya, Elsbeth offers her own toast and new insights into her next chapter.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
9 May 2025
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The finish is sweet, balanced, and long with lingering brown sugar and rye spice notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Flavors of light red fruit, cherry tart and sparking acidity with a lovely finish and pronounced length.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Twain’s final decades were his Job years, the opposite of quiet and smooth and lovely.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Over the years, my siblings and friends blessed me with six more adorable kids to shower with love.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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For Gen Z Colleague By Alyce Collins Life and Trends Reporter Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 A Generation Z woman has implored people to make friends with their senior co-workers, after revealing the adorable gesture her boomer colleague does for her every day.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Being willing to stick with a relationship after its honeymoon phase can be admirable.—
Paul Fitzgerald,
Rolling Stone,
5 May 2025
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Maybe in Georgia, where Mr. Johnson lives, that’s an admirable record.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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Churches aren’t just beautiful buildings that uplift New York.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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The property has beautiful minimalist, modern design with pops of natural wood accents and stunning views of the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025
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“Likable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likable. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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