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adorableness

|a-dor-a-ble-ness|

B2

/əˈdɔːrəblnəs/

(adorable)

charming

Base FormComparativeSuperlative
adorablemore adorablemost adorable
Etymology
Etymology Information

'adorable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adorabilis,' where 'adorare' meant 'to worship.'

Historical Evolution

'adorabilis' transformed into the French word 'adorable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adorable' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'worthy of worship,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'charmingly attractive.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the quality of being adorable or charmingly attractive.

The adorableness of the puppy melted everyone's heart.

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Last updated: 2025/05/12 07:51