lovable

or love·a·ble

[ luhv-uh-buhl ]

adjective

1. of such a nature as to attract love; deserving love; amiable; endearing.

   Synonyms: affectionate, warm, tender, dear

lovable

/ ˈlʌvəbəl /

adjective

1. attracting or deserving affection

Derived Forms

• ˌlovaˈbility, noun
• ˈlovably, adverb

Other Words From

• lova·bili·ty lova·ble·ness noun
• lova·bly adverb
• un·lova·ble adjective
• un·lova·ble·ness noun
• un·lova·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of lovable¹

First recorded in 1300–50, lovable is from the Middle English word lovable, lufabille. See love, -able

Example Sentences

He had a way of blending innocence with irony that made him the most sincere, dashing and lovable Broadway ham of his era.

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Sure he had his faults, but to his adoring fans that just made him a lovable rascal.

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You’re just the most lovable, brilliant, charming, interesting, enigmatic, mean but also sweet and bold but pathetic character.’

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There’s nothing more important than being lovable, even if the basis for this is being young and decently attractive.

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“Lucy-Bleu was a talented artist, a passionate dreamer, and a charming, lovable, sweet soul,” the statement said.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• adorable
• amiable
• appealing
• charming
• cuddly
• delightful
• engaging
• fascinating
• genial
• sweet