adorable

[əˈdɔːrəbl]

adorable Definition

inspiring great affection; delightful; charming.

Using adorable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "adorable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The puppy was so adorable that everyone wanted to take it home.

  • Example

    She wore an adorable dress to the party.

  • Example

    The little girl's smile was absolutely adorable.

adorable Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for adorable

Antonyms for adorable

Phrases with adorable

  • a baby that is particularly cute or lovable

    Example

    Everyone cooed over the adorable baby in the stroller.

  • a couple that is particularly charming or endearing

    Example

    They were such an adorable couple, always holding hands and smiling at each other.

  • a person with a particularly charming or lovable personality

    Example

    She had an adorable personality that made everyone feel comfortable around her.

Origins of adorable

from French 'adorer', meaning 'to adore'

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Summary: adorable in Brief

The term 'adorable' [əˈdɔːrəbl] describes something that inspires great affection, often due to its charm or cuteness. It can be used to describe anything from a puppy to a dress to a smile. Phrases like 'adorable baby' and 'adorable couple' use 'adorable' to denote something particularly cute or endearing. 'Adorable' is a formal word that can be replaced by 'charming' in some contexts.

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