likeable

/ˈlaɪ.kə.bəl/

adjectivelike · a · ble

Think: “I LIKE a person who is ABLE to be liked” → like + a + ble.

Yes, it's likeable. Keep the silent E in like before adding -able: like + able → likeable (not likable).

Definition

  1. adjectiveEasy to like; pleasant and enjoyable to be around.

Examples

  • Our new neighbor is friendly and very likeable.
  • The main character is flawed but still likeable.
  • A likeable coach encourages the team without yelling.

Synonyms

pleasantagreeablecharmingappealingfriendly

Antonyms

unlikeableunpleasant

Translations

ES simpáticoPT simpáticoFR sympathique

Common misspellings

likablelikeblelikeableelikeablellikeabellikableelike-ablelikeable

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