loveable

loveable — adjective

1. A loveable person or animal has a kind, friendly character that makes other peop

1.形容詞B1
釋義

A loveable person or animal has a kind, friendly character that makes other people feel affection for them.

例句

The stray kitten was so loveable that Ayana decided to adopt her that afternoon.

loveable + animal (kitten) triggering adoption

Mert described his grandfather as a loveable old man who always told funny stories.

loveable + older relative (grandfather)

同義詞
  • adorable

    stronger emotional response, often used for babies, animals, or small things; 'adorable' implies delight and protectiveness, while 'loveable' is gentler and broader.

  • endearing

    suggests a specific quality or habit that makes someone fond — often despite minor flaws; 'endearing' is more specific than 'loveable'.

  • charming

    emphasises a socially pleasant quality that attracts people through personality and manner; 'charming' is more about behaviour than inner character.

反義詞
  • unlovable

    the direct opposite — difficult or impossible to feel affection for; much rarer than 'loveable'.

  • unpleasant

    broader in meaning; an unpleasant person may also be unlovable, but the word focuses on the negative experience of being around them.

文法句型

be + loveable

find + noun + loveable

loveable + noun

用法筆記

Unlike most personality adjectives (e.g. 'friendly', 'kind'), 'loveable' describes a quality that makes others feel affection — it focuses on the effect the person or animal has on those around them, not on their own actions or choices.

常見錯誤

❌She is a very loveable mother who always hugs her children.
✅She is a very loving mother who always hugs her children.
💡'Loving' means showing love to others; 'loveable' means easy to love.
❌My new puppy is very loving — everyone wants to pet him.
✅My new puppy is very loveable
💡everyone wants to pet him.' — If people feel affection for the puppy, use 'loveable'; if the puppy shows affection, use 'loving'.