LOVEY-DOVEY Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

lovey-dovey

adjective

ˌlə-vē-ˈdə-vē

Definition of lovey-dovey

as in sentimental

appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way lovey-dovey songs that were supposedly inspired by his feelings for his beloved wife

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Recent Examples of lovey-dovey Gartside tended to lead with the deconstructionist angle on his writing, and most critics seemed to take it as a given that all the lovey-dovey stuff was conceptual cleverness, a way of infiltrating pop and turning its lingua franca in on itself. — Andy Cush, Pitchfork, 15 Feb. 2026 For a design that feels less overtly lovey-dovey, try blush-colored polka dots on top of a neutral base, or delicate floral motifs that hint at spring blooms. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 6 Feb. 2026 Available exclusively at Urban Outfitters, the 35-piece collection spans apparel and beauty for the ultimate lovey-dovey season looks, along with home décor for parties with your besties. — Victoria Montalti, Refinery29, 13 Jan. 2026 Amanda Knox’s lovey-dovey behavior did not translate well. — Claudia Rosenbaum, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for lovey-dovey

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The emotions are real; the sentimental orchestral score by Joseph Trapanese goes overboard.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
At times, Marianne’s second-act emotional breakdown feels siloed from the rest of the picture, but the strands coalesce beautifully in an emotionally overwhelming finale that’s tearjerking, but never manipulative or overly sentimental.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 13 Oct. 2026

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The spike in core CPI shows price pressures are broadening into other categories beyond energy, experts noted, a sign inflation remains sticky.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
With inflation remaining sticky, the central bank may need to raise rates higher and keep them there for longer in 2027, said Christopher Rupkey, chief economist at Fwdbonds.

— Michelle Fox,Sean Conlon,Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

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