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amorevole

loving

Definition & meaning

Amorevole means loving, affectionate, or caring. It describes someone who shows warmth and concern for others, or an action performed with such care.

Grammar & Word origin

An adjective with the same singular form for masculine and feminine nouns: amorevole. Its plural is amorevoli.

It comes from amore (“love”), with the adjective-forming suffix -evole.

Synonyms & antonyms

  • affettuoso — affectionate; emphasizes the expression of affection.
  • premuroso — caring or attentive; emphasizes practical concern for someone’s needs.
  • tenero — tender; emphasizes gentleness and emotional warmth.
  • freddo — cold or emotionally distant; an opposite in terms of warmth.
  • indifferente — indifferent; lacking concern or interest.

Common phrases & collocations

  • un padre amorevole — a loving father
  • cure amorevoli — loving care
  • un gesto amorevole — a caring gesture

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Examples

Il gatto ha ricevuto cure amorevoli dal veterinario.adjective

The cat received loving care from the veterinarian.

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