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
  • The area’s adorable cobblestoned streets and historic buildings all pay homage to its past as a 17th-century maritime hub, and Evalina’s location directly on the working waterfront (one of only 15 in New England cities) is well worth exploring.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2026
  • Koo is also rather adorable and acts more like a giant puppy than a Mononoke Hime-esque wolf.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of adorable
Adjective
  • Characters like his kindly uncle, Ser Gwayne (Freddie Fox), and his beautiful dragon, Tessarion, see the real Daeron.
    — Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 27 July 2026
  • Appellation Lodi Julie Scopazzi, former marketing manager at Testarossa in Los Gatos, had been telling me about the beautiful transformation of Appellation Lodi, with its gorgeous territorial architecture and colorful gardens.
    — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 26 July 2026
Definition of beautiful
Adjective
  • As a rapper, Rodriguez—real name Ryan Adams, which, dear God—wears his influences on his sleeve.
    — Drew Millard, Pitchfork, 17 July 2026
  • This week’s rapturous After Dark selection also reminded me of something hopeful a dear friend said recently.
    — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 17 July 2026
Definition of dear
Adjective
  • The original room also has mannequins showing off fashion-forward outfits from the winners of the Liberty Fabrics x Graduate Fashion Foundation Competition, with lots of lovely clashing patterns and textures.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
  • While this verdant island makes a lovely spot for a hike and a picnic on a sunny day, art lovers have two additional reasons to make the trip.
    — Carolyn Heller, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • McKenzie, 11, is a sweet and friendly girl who loves spending time with others and making new friends.
    — The Star, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
  • The first officer stood at the front of the 737’s cabin and played the serene, sweet notes of a sonata.
    — Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of sweet
Adjective
  • The animation styles, varying from episode to episode, are all dynamic and gorgeous, paying homage to both a classic anime style and Star Wars‘ own more wry feeling.
    — Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 26 July 2026
  • Appellation Lodi Julie Scopazzi, former marketing manager at Testarossa in Los Gatos, had been telling me about the beautiful transformation of Appellation Lodi, with its gorgeous territorial architecture and colorful gardens.
    — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 26 July 2026
Definition of gorgeous
Adjective
  • For many people, body art is a meaningful way to commemorate a milestone, honor a loved one of simply express their individuality.
    — Rachel Brown Kirkland, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • Among those still searching for loved ones is Mary Cruz Andueza.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
Definition of loved
Adjective
  • Team them with a blouse and supportive flats for a cute vacation outfit.
    — Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
  • Sugar tries to escape the violent path before him by going on a cute movie date with Charlotte.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 July 2026
Definition of cute
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“Lovesome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lovesome. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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