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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
The writers are still trying to find the elements that will make Gleeson more than a likable straight-man, though his/Ned’s tendency toward happy-dancing is a good start.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
While Lauren eventually became more likable, another soap opera villain wasn't as lucky.
—Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025
From a young age many women are conditioned to play it safe, avoid risk, and be likeable.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Has a chance to play* Max Plante is a very likable player.
—Corey Pronman, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
While Lauren eventually became more likable, another soap opera villain wasn't as lucky.
—Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025
From a young age many women are conditioned to play it safe, avoid risk, and be likeable.
—Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Has a chance to play* Max Plante is a very likable player.
—Corey Pronman, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for likable
Adjective
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To combat isolation amid shorter days, keep in touch with loved ones, NextStep4MentalHealth advises.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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These non-invasive scans typically start at around $2,500, but can be the ideal gift for a loved one.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As stylish as the Wasp may look, its most attractive feature lies under the hood.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, shifting tariff policies have made Central America increasingly competitive compared to Asia, positioning Haiti as a more attractive sourcing destination.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But all of that also was punctured in the last Super Bowl, when the Chiefs fell behind 34-0 before putting up some late points to make the final margin appear far more respectable than the game was.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
12 Sep. 2025
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Duke has at least been respectable for some time.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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Meyers is celebrated for her charming aesthetic of cozy neutrals.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Garcia will play Renata, a disarmingly charming leader with a natural ability to win people over with her optimism and convivial personality.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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Grandma's favorite time-saving trick is to rely on the trusty the slow-cooker to make sweet, tender onions that require little to no stirring.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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The post included a number of photos and videos, with the first slide showing a sweet snap of Anstead, 46, holding Hudson as Haack, 42, poses beside them with a big smile.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Robbie's French twist updo would be a lovely choice for a bride, while a sky-high style like Cardi B's would be fun for a holiday party.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
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Beautifully made, with lovely harmony, this is consistently one of the finest examples of Satèn; simply delicious, enjoy over the next three to seven years.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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For many, Maru will remain a beloved gateway into the world of adorable, viral cat videos.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Minnie is totally adorable, and Goofy is just a big goof.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
9 Sep. 2025
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In between all the jokes, the film stops more than once to basically lecture on this sad state of affairs, an admirable Sturges-like approach that gets laid on thick, perhaps too thick to merge successfully with the largely comedic rhythm Ansari has established so well.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
7 Sep. 2025
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This desire to forge a bond between the old and the new is admirable.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Likable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/likable. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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