Embraceable: meaning, definitions and examples

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embraceable

 

[ ɪmˈbreɪsəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Embraceable refers to something that can be embraced or hugged. It often describes a quality or characteristic of a person or thing that is warm, loving, and inviting. In essence, if something is embraceable, it is perceived as positive and comforting. This term is often used to describe people or situations that foster affection and acceptance.

Synonyms

huggable, inviting, lovable, welcoming.

Examples of usage

  • Her embraceable personality made everyone feel welcome.
  • The embraceable design of the sofa invites relaxation.
  • He has an embraceable charm that draws people in.

Translations

Translations of the word "embraceable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abraçável

🇮🇳 गले लगाने योग्य

🇩🇪 umarmbar

🇮🇩 dapat dipeluk

🇺🇦 обіймальний

🇵🇱 do przytulenia

🇯🇵 抱きしめられる

🇫🇷 embrassable

🇪🇸 abrazable

🇹🇷 kucaklanabilir

🇰🇷 포옹할 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للعناق

🇨🇿 objímatelný

🇸🇰 objímajúci

🇨🇳 可拥抱的

🇸🇮 objemljiv

🇮🇸 fagnaður

🇰🇿 құшақтауға болатын

🇬🇪 კოცნისთვის შესაფერისი

🇦🇿 qucaqlanabilir

🇲🇽 abrazable

Etymology

The word 'embraceable' is formed from the verb 'embrace', which originates from the Latin word 'bracchium', meaning 'arm', through Old French 'embracer'. The term 'embrace' came into English during the Middle Ages, originally referring to the act of holding someone closely in one's arms. The addition of the suffix '-able' creates an adjective, indicating the capability of being embraced. The concept of something being 'embraceable' implies not just the physical act of hugging, but also an emotional or metaphorical sense of warmth and acceptance. As language evolved, 'embraceable' took on more nuanced meanings, often applied in contexts of personal qualities or characteristics of objects that evoke feelings of comfort and safety.