likable

Example Sentences

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You have a talent for playing complicated characters who at first might not seem likable and making them human and appealing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 20, 2026

Nobody was better at playing a very handsome guy, the center of attention, who was also nonthreatening, not above a bit of slapstick, a little silly—above all, likable.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

"They're likable, they're easy to love, they're easy to root for," said superfan Anthony Donahue.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“She holds herself well and takes herself quite seriously in becoming the lady of a house. Because I love ‘Pride and Prejudice’ I really wanted Lizzie to be likable.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

We were told he was a charming man, calm, likable, and polite.

From "Night" by Elie Wiesel