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puppylike Synonyms
Another word for puppylike
Choosing another word for puppylike that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Resembling or characteristic of a puppy, especially in being playful, affectionate, enthusiastic, or eager to please.
Usage Example
"The new intern followed the senior editor around the office with puppyish devotion."
Strongest
puppyish
Strong
playful
eager
frisky
Weak
affectionate
Opposites of puppylike
The opposite of puppylike shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
aloof
cynical
jaded
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Puppylike. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/puppylike