Meaning of amiable in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈeɪmiəb(ə)l/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    amiable

    Definitions

    1. disposed to please

    Examples

    • « an amiable villain with a cocky sidelong grin- Hal Hinson »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. diffusing warmth and friendliness

    Examples

    • « an affable smile »
    • « an amiable gathering »
    • « cordial relations »
    • « a cordial greeting »
    • « a genial host »

    Synonyms

Famous quotes

  • « How easy to be amiable in the midst of happiness and success. »
    William Ellery Channing
  • « It destroys one's nerves to be amiable every day to the same human being. »
    Benjamin Disraeli

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