B1adjectiveinformalrelationshipsemotions
US/əˈdɔːr.ə.bəl/
UK/əˈdɔː.rə.bəl/
very attractive and easy to love, especially because of being small or sweet
In context
Their baby daughter is absolutely adorable when she laughs.
We adopted an adorable puppy from the local shelter.
The children looked adorable in their little costumes.
Words that go with adorable
adverb + adjective
- absolutely adorableThe kitten was absolutely adorable.
- simply adorableTheir little house is simply adorable.
- utterly adorableThe twins were utterly adorable.
adjective + noun
- adorable outfitShe wore an adorable outfit to the party.
- adorable babyEveryone smiled at the adorable baby.
- adorable puppyShe posted a photo of her adorable puppy.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The baby is adoring.Correct: The baby is adorable.