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or likeable
as in loved
easy to like; having pleasant or appealing qualities
Detective Grant is the most likeable character in the novel. She seems like a friendly, likable young woman.
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Recent Examples of likable
One study in the analysis found that U.S. adults view three-year-old boys who are described as caring and emotional as less likable than boys with stereotypically-masculine traits.
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Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 14 Feb. 2025
On paper, these ingredients seem promising: A riff on the Sherlock template and a likable star in Chestnut.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Graham inspired a swath of copycats and might have contributed to Reid’s image as a jovial, likable guy as much as Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and all his team’s on-field success.
—Sean Gregory, TIME, 7 Feb. 2025
By personalizing Israel’s occupation of the West Bank, the filmmakers tell a story of two likable, passionate activists.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2025
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Clarissa Brincat, Scientific American, 14 Feb. 2025
On paper, these ingredients seem promising: A riff on the Sherlock template and a likable star in Chestnut.
—Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025
Graham inspired a swath of copycats and might have contributed to Reid’s image as a jovial, likable guy as much as Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and all his team’s on-field success.
—Sean Gregory, TIME, 7 Feb. 2025
By personalizing Israel’s occupation of the West Bank, the filmmakers tell a story of two likable, passionate activists.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likable
Adjective
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Everyone can become an attractive tourist, the kind Barcelona welcomes, by traveling with a conscious.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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And Malik Nabers is an attractive No. 1 receiver target.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Kyle Palmieri and Alexander Romanov scored the two goals for the Islanders, who now sport a respectable 13-12-5 away record.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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The 7-6 Hurricanes finished in the bottom half of the ACC and averaged a respectable 31.5 points per game.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The young and fresh tailoring was worth noting, too, as on a charming navy blue double breasted blazer with two rows of delicate gold buttons.—
Booth Moore,
WWD,
8 Mar. 2025
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References range from the charming portholes and heavy-duty mahogany used in 1930s vessels to the low profile of ’80s-era superyachts.—
Julie Belcove,
Robb Report,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Several of Kotb's followers commented their support and enthusiasm for the sweet video.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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There are a lot of meltdowns and a lot of really emotional moments, but also a lot of really tender and sweet moments with her son — and some really complicated scenes with her husband, Clive.—
Patrick Brzeski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
25 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Within its pages is a lovely story of the neverending struggle between security and new technology that provides a useful backdrop to current events: in particular, the Chinese hacking of the American telecommunications infrastructure.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The set features a lovely pattern of yellow and teal flowers with deep sage green leaves and detailing around the edge.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Along with Chip’s adventures around the park, Joanna added several adorable clips of the couple’s youngest child, Crew, 6, enjoying Disney World, from hopping on the roller coasters to watching the fireworks show with his parents.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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TikTokers were quick to share their excitement over Molly's adorable new ride.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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There was something very admirable in his performance, even if it’s expected at this point.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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For example, doubling revenue in a year may be an admirable goal, but your financial figures may inform a more conservative goal of increasing revenue by 50%, which is more attainable.—
Hao Lam,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Vanderbilt University's sprawling 340-acre campus ranks among the most beautiful college footprints in the country, according to a new review from Condé Nast Traveler.—
Adam Tamburin,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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The moment of Matt seeing Elektra outlined in the rain with his special senses is nothing short of beautiful.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Likable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likable. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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