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loving

adjective
lov·​ing | \ ˈlÉ™-viÅ‹ How to pronounce loving (audio) \

Definition of loving

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Other Words from loving

lovingly \ ˈlÉ™-​viÅ‹-​lÄ“ How to pronounce lovingly (audio) \ adverb
lovingness noun

Synonyms & Antonyms for loving

Synonyms

adoring, affectionate, devoted, fond, tender, tenderhearted

Antonyms

unloving

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Examples of loving in a Sentence

The old house has undergone a loving restoration. they were a loving family, supporting each other when times were bad

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Char loved her family with her complete heart and was always there for everyone as the most loving, kind and forgiving person. orlandosentinel.com, "Deaths in Central Florida: 8/20," 20 Aug. 2019 Brittainy Newman/The New York Times Latoya Joyner, a state assemblywoman from the Bronx, said she was raised by a loving adoptive family after her biological parents lost custody of her. Nikita Stewart, New York Times, "They Lost Custody. Should They Still Be Able to See Their Children?," 7 Aug. 2019 Minnie’s previous owners described her as very loving and loyal, the MSPCA said. Maria Lovato, BostonGlobe.com, "High-energy dog returns to shelter a record four times after overwhelming adopters," 22 July 2019 By the sounds of it, Adam is a very loving dad to Sunny and Sadie. Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "Adam Sandler and His Wife Jackie Met in the Craziest Way," 4 May 2019 For Undra Parker, pastor at Shiloh Missionary Baptist, the vigil was as much about preventing violence by building a loving community as remembering the victims of the massacres. Madeline Mcgee, Anchorage Daily News, "For Anchorage faith community, healing from mass shootings comes through human connection," 11 Aug. 2019 His loss leaves an eternal void for the Raiders Family, but his kindness and loving nature will be fondly remembered forever. Jerry Mcdonald, The Mercury News, "Raiders legend Cliff Branch dies at 71," 3 Aug. 2019 His loss leaves an eternal void for the Raiders Family, but his kindness and loving nature will be fondly remembered forever. Matt Kawahara, Houston Chronicle, "Former Raiders receiver Cliff Branch dies at 71," 3 Aug. 2019 Anybody Have a Map?’ The opening number introduces the central Hansen and Murphy families via a duet from their loving but exasperated matriarchs. Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, "New to ‘Dear Evan Hansen’? Start with these standout songs.," 31 July 2019

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First Known Use of loving

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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loving

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of loving

: feeling or showing love
: very careful and thorough

loving

adjective
lov·​ing | \ ˈlÉ™-viÅ‹\

Kids Definition of loving

: feeling or showing love or great care a loving glance

Other Words from loving

lovingly adverb

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