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lovable

adjective lov·able \ˈlə-və-bəl\

: easy to love : having attractive or appealing qualities

Full Definition of LOVABLE

: having qualities that attract affection

— lov·abil·i·ty \ˌlə-və-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun

— lov·able·ness noun

— lov·ably \-blē\ adverb

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Variants of LOVABLE

lov·able also love·able \ˈlə-və-bəl\

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First Known Use of LOVABLE

14th century

Related to LOVABLE

Synonyms: adorable, darling, dear, disarming, endearing, lovesome, precious, sweet, winning, winsome

Antonyms: abhorrent, abominable, detestable, hateful, loathsome, odious, unlovable

LOVABLE Defined for Kids

lovable

adjective lov·able \ˈlə-və-bəl\

Definition of LOVABLE for Kids

: easy to love : having attractive or appealing qualities <a lovable child>

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