ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Dovelike

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Dovelike is an adjective meaning Resembling or characteristic of a dove.

Meaning

Resembling or characteristic of a dove.

More Meanings

  1. (figuratively) Peaceful; innocent; pacifist.
  2. In a manner similar to a dove
  3. (archaic) As much so as those of a dove

Example Sentences

dovelike eyes
dovelike grace
a dovelike wing
Montanus Phoebe's eyes Dovelike mild

Word Forms

Synonyms for dovelike

Depending on context, synonyms include dovish, blameless, clean, clean-handed, clear, guiltless.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include dove-like, dovely, dovish, dodolike, dodoesque, doey.

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