Another Word for Loving

Mild · A little, in the background

fond

Warm liking that has grown over time.

warm

Friendly and open-hearted toward someone.

kind

Love expressed through gentle actions.

caring

You want good things for the other person.

sweet

Tender and thoughtful in small gestures.

soft on

Informal, you have a gentle spot for someone.

friendly

Goodwill without deep attachment yet.

Moderate · Clearly there, hard to ignore

affectionate

Love shown through touch, words and attention.

tender

Gentle, protective love, often in vulnerable moments.

devoted

Loyal love that shows up consistently.

doting

Lavishing attention, sometimes a little much.

attached

Emotionally bonded and missing them when apart.

cuddly

Playful, physical affection.

smitten

Caught up in fresh, giddy feelings for someone.

Intense · Strong, taking over

adoring

Love mixed with deep admiration.

passionate

Intense love with strong desire.

infatuated

Overwhelming attraction that may fade or deepen.

head over heels

Informal, completely in love.

worshipful

Love that puts someone on a pedestal.

besotted

So in love it affects your judgment.

ardent

Fervent, wholehearted love or loyalty.

I feel loving toward my grandpa.

I feel so fond of my grandpa and his terrible jokes.

She is very loving with the kids.

She is endlessly affectionate with the kids at bedtime.

I feel loving toward him lately.

I am totally smitten with him lately.

He is a loving partner.

He is a devoted partner who shows up every single time.