LOVEY-DOVEY Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

lovey-dovey

adjective

ˌlə-vē-ˈdə-vē

Definition of lovey-dovey

as in sentimental

appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way lovey-dovey songs that were supposedly inspired by his feelings for his beloved wife

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Recent Examples of lovey-dovey Gartside tended to lead with the deconstructionist angle on his writing, and most critics seemed to take it as a given that all the lovey-dovey stuff was conceptual cleverness, a way of infiltrating pop and turning its lingua franca in on itself. — Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026 For a design that feels less overtly lovey-dovey, try blush-colored polka dots on top of a neutral base, or delicate floral motifs that hint at spring blooms. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026 Available exclusively at Urban Outfitters, the 35-piece collection spans apparel and beauty for the ultimate lovey-dovey season looks, along with home décor for parties with your besties. — Victoria Montalti, Refinery29, 13 Jan. 2026 Amanda Knox’s lovey-dovey behavior did not translate well. — Claudia Rosenbaum, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lovey-dovey

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There’s too much family trauma to make this a sentimental reunion.

— Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
In astrology, Cancer is known for its deeply protective instincts, sentimental nature and emotional attachment to memory.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of sentimental

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What left me feeling more sticky-fingered were the gorgeous (and authentic) Asian artifacts that were placed throughout the room.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
To overcome the water’s sticky surface tension, the engineers discovered the robot must approach the surface at a steep 70-degree pitch.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026

Definition of sticky

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Lime clasts are tiny white chunks of limestone that were previously mistaken for evidence of sloppy mixing.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 July 2026
The Americans played sloppy and ugly soccer in the first half, and Belgium overwhelmed the home side.

— Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of sloppy

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