amiable
5 antonyms for amiable — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adj — Friendly, warm, and easy to like.
Antonyms
How to use amiable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
amiable personality
amiable manner
an amiable smile
Etymology
From Old French amiable, ultimately from Latin amicus, "friend" — the same root behind "amicable" and "amity."
Full origin of amiable →Frequently asked questions
What does “amiable” mean?
The word “amiable” means friendly, warm, and easy to like. In plain terms, pleasant and good-natured, the kind of person who's easy to get along with.
How do you pronounce “amiable”?
“Amiable” is pronounced AY-mee-uh-buhl (/ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “amiable” in a sentence?
Here is “amiable” used in a sentence: “Their new neighbor is an amiable man who always waves hello.”
What is another word for “amiable”?
Words with a similar meaning to “amiable” include likable.
What part of speech is “amiable”?
“Amiable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “amiable” come from?
The word “amiable” comes from Latin. From Old French amiable, ultimately from Latin amicus, "friend" — the same root behind "amicable" and "amity.".
