adj
amiable
AY-mee-uh-buhl
Amiable (adj) means Friendly, warm, and easy to like. Example: “Their new neighbor is an amiable man who always waves hello.”
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Friendly, warm, and easy to like.
"Their new neighbor is an amiable man who always waves hello."
"She kept the negotiations amiable even when the topic got tense."
How to use amiable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPleasant and good-natured, the kind of person who's easy to get along with.
Common mistake
Usually describes a person's personality, not just an agreement between people — compare "amicable," which more often describes a relationship or arrangement.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
amiable personality
amiable manner
an amiable smile
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more amiable
- Superlative
- most amiable
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Etymology
From Old French amiable, ultimately from Latin amicus, "friend" — the same root behind "amicable" and "amity."
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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.".
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