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lovesome

adjective

ˈləv-səm How to pronounce lovesome (audio)
Definition of lovesomenext
1
as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved a lovesome child that any couple would eagerly adopt

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2
as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at the kind of young and lovesome woman that any man would want for a wife

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lovesome
  1. adorable
  2. beautiful
  3. dear
  4. lovely
  5. sweet
  6. gorgeous
  7. loved
  8. cute
Adjective
  • His social media generally showcases his travels, his work and his adorable German short-haired pointer named Axel.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or a caffeine hit, Cafe Dune is an adorable coffee bar on the ground floor offering counter service for espresso drinks, matcha, and fresh pastries.
    — Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of adorable
Adjective
  • Belugas are beautiful, mystical creatures; anyone proximate to them would feel their loss acutely.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Set the scene Beyond the majestic main building, which sits on one of the endless curves of the Amalfi road, there are two new villas in addition to an older one, the beautiful Romeo e Giulietta.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of beautiful
Adjective
  • The ink also includes the initials of someone dear to his heart, his late grandmother, Joan Merritt.
    — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Monster depicts Lizzie keeping a great number of doves as her dear pets, housing them in an elaborate coop out back.
    — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of dear
Adjective
  • Why would anyone want to destroy lovely old houses, the same houses that made Kensington so desirable, and replace them with buildings that resembled a pile of washing machines 30 floors high?
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Their climactic scenes near the end, once all the obstacles have been removed, are lovely — and not just because Austen’s prose in their outcome is so indestructible.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • There's also the Pillow Talk Dreams Come True box, a sweet pink velvet box tied with a bow that houses 16 full-size Pillow Talk products, including lipsticks, blushes and mascara.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Today’s cinnamon fragrances are less candle-aisle sweet, and more sophisticated.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • Palm Grove is a gorgeous, sophisticated toile; red-and-white ticking stripe has a classic, polished look that feels fresh and timeless.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Or maybe Pitt simply wanted to get his Jack London on, traipsing throughout gorgeous natural terrain and ruffling his co-star’s fur in between fending off feral wolves and navigating impromptu whitewater rafting trips sans the raft.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of gorgeous
Adjective
  • At its worst, cognitive impairment can be a horrible, life-altering disease for patient and loved ones.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Epps portrayed Marcus Cowans, an ex-con trying to put his life back together with the support of his loved ones.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of loved
Adjective
  • Dress it up with a skirt or trousers for holiday celebrations, date nights, and other special occasions, or team it with leggings for a comfy yet cute outfit to lounge in.
    — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The rubber sole gives these slim sneakers enhanced traction and a sporty look that’s cute paired with joggers or leggings.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of cute
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“Lovesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lovesome. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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