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loved

The correct spelling is loved.

How to pronounce loved

/lʌvd/
verb

IPA: /lʌvd/

Say it like: Lov-ed

The correct spelling is loved. (usually transitive, sometimes intransitive, stative) To have a strong affection for (someone or something). For example: "I love my spouse.   I love you!"

Usage Examples

I love my spouse.   I love you!

Mold loves moist, dark places.

I love walking barefoot on wet grass;  I'd love to join the team;  I love what you've done with your hair

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.(usually transitive, sometimes intransitive, stative) To have a strong affection for (someone or something).
  2. 2.To need, thrive on.
  3. 3.To be strongly inclined towards something; an emphatic form of like.
  4. 4.(usually transitive, sometimes intransitive) To care deeply about, to be dedicated to (someone or something).
  5. 5.To derive delight from a fact or situation.

adjective

  1. 1.Being the object of love.

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