ADJECTIVE: "arousing feelings of affection or admiration" Crossword Clue

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(adjective)
1. lovable especially in a childlike or naive way

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ADMIRATION (noun)
1. a favorable judgment
2. the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
AFFECTION (noun)
1. a positive feeling of liking

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