Definition
Lovable meaning
Lovable /ˈlʌv.ə.bəl/ adjective — easy to love; having qualities that attract warmth and affection.
We call someone lovable when their charm feels effortless: a friend who remembers your coffee order, a dog that leans on your legs, a film character you'd forgive anything. It's softer than "attractive" and warmer than "likeable".
Lovable or loveable?
Both are correct. Lovable is the standard spelling in American English and the more common form worldwide. Loveable is an accepted variant you'll see more in British writing. Pick one and stay consistent.
How to spell lovable
L‑O‑V‑A‑B‑L‑E. English usually drops the silent e before adding -able — think move → movable, use → usable. So love → lovable.
Another word for lovable
Synonyms depend on tone. For babies and pets, try adorable or cuddly; for people, endearing or charming.
- adorable
- endearing
- charming
- sweet
- likeable
- cuddly
- winsome
- dear
- huggable
- delightful
- captivating
- precious
Using lovable in a sentence
"He's grumpy before breakfast, but completely lovable after." · "The shelter's most lovable resident was a three-legged cat named Biscuit."
Frequently asked
- What does lovable mean?
- Lovable means easy to love — inspiring affection because of warmth, charm or kindness.
- Is it lovable or loveable?
- Both spellings are correct. Lovable is standard in American English and more common overall; loveable is an accepted variant, more often seen in British English.
- How do you spell lovable?
- L-O-V-A-B-L-E. The silent e in love is dropped before -able, like movable and usable.
- What is another word for lovable?
- Adorable, endearing, charming, sweet, likeable, cuddly, winsome and dear are all close synonyms.