Adorable

Pronunciation: /əˈdɔːrəbəl/

Definitions of adorable

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'adorable' describes something or someone that is very pleasing or charming.

Example Sentences

A1 The puppy is adorable.

A2 She has an adorable smile.

B1 The children put on an adorable play for their parents.

B2 The little kitten is so adorable, everyone wants to adopt it.

C1 The couple's wedding photos are absolutely adorable.

C2 The baby's laughter is simply adorable.

Examples of adorable in a Sentence

formal The couple's newborn baby was absolutely adorable.

informal I saw the most adorable puppy at the park today.

slang That kitten is so stinkin' adorable!

figurative The way he helps his elderly neighbor is just adorable.

Grammatical Forms of adorable

• past tense: adored
• plural: adorables
• comparative: more adorable
• superlative: most adorable
• present tense: adoring
• future tense: will adore
• perfect tense: have adored
• continuous tense: is adoring
• singular: adorable
• positive degree: adorable
• infinitive: to adore
• gerund: adoring
• participle: adoring

Origin and Evolution of adorable

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'adorable' originated from the Latin word 'adorabilis', which is derived from 'adorare' meaning 'to worship or adore'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something worthy of adoration or worship, the word 'adorable' evolved to refer to something or someone extremely charming, lovable, or cute.