loving

[/ˈlʌvɪŋ/]

adjective/verb (gerund/present participle)

amoroso/amorosa; amante

1. feeling or showing love and affection

She gave him a loving embrace.

Ela lhe deu um abraço amoroso.

2. present participle of 'love': expressing affection or deep care

He is loving his new job.

Ele está adorando seu novo emprego.

3. characterized by tenderness and care

Their loving relationship lasted decades.

Seu relacionamento amoroso durou décadas.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

amoroso/amorosa; carinhoso/carinhosa

most common usage

Rio de Janeiro

carinhoso/carinhosa; afetivo/afetiva

colloquial preference for 'carinhoso'

São Paulo

amoroso/amorosa; dedicado/dedicada

formal and standard usage

Portugal

amoroso/amorosa; meigo/meiga

may use 'meigo' for tender affection

a loving cup (a drinking vessel or symbol of affection)

loving kindness (Buddhist concept of benevolent compassion)

with loving care (with great attention and tenderness)

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