as in loving
unhappy because of love; feeling weak, foolish, or unhappy because someone you love does not love you
The movie is a comedy about a lovesick teenager.
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Recent Examples of lovesick
The Icelandic 25-year-old was all charm and grace live, showing a demure humility despite her lovesick songs warranting the presence of the Chicago Philharmonic.
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Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2024
When lovesick Bob escapes prison to return to Ruth, his fugitive trek home is pure Malickian bliss — gorgeous, lyrical, and heartbreaking.
—and Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 21 June 2024
High School Musical star Corbin Bleu played the lovesick Seymour to your Audrey in the show’s most recent run.
—Cat Cardenas, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
Will Brill’s performance as the often-drunk, lovesick bass player Reg is perfection.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 13 June 2024
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Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 3 Aug. 2024
When lovesick Bob escapes prison to return to Ruth, his fugitive trek home is pure Malickian bliss — gorgeous, lyrical, and heartbreaking.
—and Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 21 June 2024
High School Musical star Corbin Bleu played the lovesick Seymour to your Audrey in the show’s most recent run.
—Cat Cardenas, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
Will Brill’s performance as the often-drunk, lovesick bass player Reg is perfection.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 13 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lovesick
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And in a community where it’s supposed to be loving and open arms, safe space for everyone, [that’s] the worst thing that you could get labeled [as].CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2024
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Since then, Hilton has shared many loving tributes to her children, including a recent Thanksgiving post.Toria Sheffield, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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Rexhepi is a devoted student of watchmaking history — the books, magazines, catalogs, and monographs that line the shelves and bookcases of his atelier offer the first clue.Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 16 Dec. 2024
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Located just a few steps away from the Plaza de San Diego, this polished hotel serves as a testament to the rich history of the city, operating within a 17th-century structure that was once home to a devoted group of Clarissine nuns.Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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The newlyweds wake up hungry after a passionate wedding night, which is when Mel remembers that Charmaine never did turn up yesterday.Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Someone passionate about keeping skin hydrated 100% of the time will appreciate it for its intelligent blend of five peptides, 2.5% niacinamide, alongside vitamin- and omega-rich oils, which not only target dryness, but improve skin’s firmness and tone with consistent use.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
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Having a constant loving, happy, and adoring presence makes Kirk’s solo road trips feel far from lonely.Outside Online, Outside Online, 29 Aug. 2024
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In Australia, where Abacus sold the rights to SBS, the critical reception was similarly adoring, and Acorn TV has rights in the U.S. and Canada.Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 July 2024
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Ana Orsini's final message before her unexpected death has been revealed, providing insight into her kind and caring personality.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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People in her community describe Ms. Walker as caring, good-hearted, and responsible.The Hill, The Hill, 12 Dec. 2024
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Ben, who volunteered to look after his daughter on set, then becomes infatuated with Alicia Romano (Matilda Lutz), the Italian star who’s playing Matilda’s mom in the fictional film within the film.Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
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An infatuated Velma flirts with Coco throughout the movie.Jay Valle, NBC News, 6 Oct. 2022
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“Lovesick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lovesick. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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