likable

Or like·a·ble

[lahy-kuh-buhl]

adjective

1. readily or easily liked; pleasing.

   a likable young man.

   Synonyms: engaging, winsome, attractive, genial

likable

/ ˈlaɪkəbəl /

adjective

1. easy to like; pleasing

Other Word Forms

• likability noun
• likableness noun
• likeableness noun
• likeability noun
• unlikable adjective
• unlikeable adjective
• unlikableness noun
• unlikeableness noun
• unlikably adverb
• unlikeably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of likable¹

First recorded in 1720–30; like ² + -able

Example Sentences

Aronofsky’s tragic characters are often likable, but rarely will a riot break out when they meet their inevitable demise.

From Salon

Despite those bumps, Gordon, who shares a story credit with Brooks, is a nimble, likable comedian.

From Los Angeles Times

Just as its opening triggers hope for its wannabe family men, you want “I Don’t Understand You” to really nail its downward spiral, and yet it’s something of a misfire, albeit a likable one.

From Los Angeles Times

The second act is a likable, fragile bubble of an idea.

From Los Angeles Times

Their parents, too, are likable, loving, hard-working people, a little bossy now and then, but genuinely concerned for their children.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• amiable 
• appealing 
• attractive 
• charismatic 
• charming 
• engaging 
• enjoyable 
• genial 
• good-natured 
• likeable www.thesaurus.com
• sweet 
• sympathetic 
• winsome