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LOVABLE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Having characteristics that attract love or affection

Example:

a mischievous but lovable child

Synonyms:

lovable; loveable

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

adorable; endearing; lovely (lovable especially in a childlike or naive way)

angelic; angelical; cherubic; seraphic; sweet (having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub)

cuddlesome; cuddly (inviting cuddling or hugging)

Also:

desirable (worth having or seeking or achieving)

amicable (characterized by friendship and good will)

loving (feeling or showing love and affection)

Antonym:

hateful (evoking or deserving hatred)

Derivation:

love (have a great affection or liking for)

love (be enamored or in love with)

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