as in sweet
having qualities that tend to make one loved
what an adorable old lady, so kind and sweet an adorable little cottage
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Recent Examples of adorable
This adorable Mini Kira Turnlock Shoulder Bag in yellow for $71 off.
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Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Curly hair is always more manageable for styling when a bit shorter, and this cut adds adorable bangs for extra fun.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
McDonald's also released a McFlurry inspired by the movie's adorable character, Derpy the Tiger.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 Mar. 2026
The contrast between Hazel’s tough-sounding response and her adorable appearance is what many viewers found especially funny.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
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Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Curly hair is always more manageable for styling when a bit shorter, and this cut adds adorable bangs for extra fun.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2026
McDonald's also released a McFlurry inspired by the movie's adorable character, Derpy the Tiger.
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 31 Mar. 2026
The contrast between Hazel’s tough-sounding response and her adorable appearance is what many viewers found especially funny.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for adorable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adorable
Adjective
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Jayden is a sweet, funny, and bright young boy with a joyful and engaging personality.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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So all that sweet flavor is preserved.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Growing up, Ralph Newman, the Lincoln historian and bookshop owner, was a dear friend of our family and a mentor to me.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Banks wrote a book with Isaac Knapper, the man wrongfully convicted for her father’s murder, calling him a dear friend.—
Colleen Cronin,
Boston Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Inn stays shut during winter and ‘pack ice’ season, which some locals will tell you is the most beautiful time of all—for snowmobiling and snowshoeing through the Island’s interior by day, and come evening, getting invited into someone's warm shed for a tipple and a chat.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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So much of what Diaspora is doing is making sure that the farmers’ spices are getting to you in a beautiful, fresh state.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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That simple act of locking eyes with an approaching gull can buy your lunch precious seconds — or discourage the bird from trying altogether.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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These precious experiences have given Jeremy a profound appreciation for Indigenous ways of knowing.—
Elizabeth Howell,
Space.com,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Of course, all of the discourse is taking place on the lovely, totally non-toxic place that is the internet.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
1 Apr. 2026
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And your answers were so lovely.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Easter Sunday is a big day for many families across Texas, whether it’s spent at church, around the dinner table or celebrating with loved ones.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Apr. 2026
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In some cases, airlines offer bereavement fares, which are discounted tickets for travelers dealing with the death or imminent death of a loved one.—
Layla Melendez,
CNBC,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Now my daddy and my dog, a lovable hulking Rottweiler barely out of puppyhood, were gone.—
Kate Crane,
Rolling Stone,
2 Apr. 2026
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Salahuddin plays the enigmatic leader of the titular cult, with Strassner as lovable cult member Toddrick.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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From the curb, 170 Benvenue is a darling Cape with four perfect little dormers peeking out of its roof, just below a stone chimney.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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The 100 percent-cotton flannel material delivers superior softness, breathability, and warmth, while the darling floral pattern is perfect for the spring or those who want to give their bedroom timeless charm.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Adorable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adorable. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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