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also loveable
as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
she was a lovable child, always helpful and kind
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Recent Examples of lovable
The fantastic PlayStation 5 exclusive — which won Game of the Year at the 2024 Game Awards — has players take on the role of Astro, a lovable robot who sets off on a space adventure after his crew is lost in a sudden attack.
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Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
In other words, a massive leap forward in maturity from that lovable Italian plumber in overalls.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
Which of these descriptions sounds the most like delightful Scottish actor Jack Lowden, who is, perhaps, best known for playing a lovable fuckup on Slow Horses?
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2026
Drink in the views of this lovable landmark from outside Opera Bar, Opera Kitchen, and Portside restaurant below, or dine inside one of the shells at upscale Bennelong.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
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Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
In other words, a massive leap forward in maturity from that lovable Italian plumber in overalls.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
Which of these descriptions sounds the most like delightful Scottish actor Jack Lowden, who is, perhaps, best known for playing a lovable fuckup on Slow Horses?
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2026
Drink in the views of this lovable landmark from outside Opera Bar, Opera Kitchen, and Portside restaurant below, or dine inside one of the shells at upscale Bennelong.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lovable
Adjective
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Between the patent leather toe cap and the dainty bow, these pretty burgundy ballet flats are all about adorable details.—
Jordan Julian,
InStyle,
5 Mar. 2026
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Easier to assemble than a layer cake, this carrot cake is an adorable way to serve the Easter classic without the hassle.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Reiner made a film that was poignant and inspiring, and Shaiman's music captures not only the spirit of the film, but of the dear friend who made it.—
Tracy Smith,
CBS News,
1 Mar. 2026
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My dear compatriots, Decisive moments lie before us.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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This sweet, 3-year-old calico was found as a stray during a snowstorm and has been all about warm hearts ever since.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Mar. 2026
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End the tour with the sweet saltiness of fudge of a Findlay Market cookie.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Harding said it can be used for cases that don’t require a full autopsy or for families who would rather not have as invasive of a procedure done on their loved one.—
Shannon Tyler
March 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Her representative called the incident ‘completely inexcusable,’ signaling the singer needs intervention and support from loved ones.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Lovable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lovable. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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