What does amiable mean?
Amiable means Friendly; kind; sweet; gracious.
Amiable
/ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl/ · adjective
Meaning
Friendly; kind; sweet; gracious.
Definitions by Sense
- Friendly; kind; sweet; gracious
- Of a pleasant and likeable nature; kind-hearted; easy to like
Example Sentences
an amiable temper
amiable ideas
The sums I have lent him! indeed—I have been exceedingly to blame—it was an amiable weakness!
A short time afterward at the opera Gerald dragged him into a parterre to say something amiable to one of the amiable débutante Craig girls—and Selwyn found himself again facing Alixe.
an amiable person
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Synonyms for amiable
Antonyms for amiable
Related Words
Word Forms
- more amiable
- most amiable
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for amiable?
Common synonyms include likable, affable, cordial, genial.
What is the opposite of amiable?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use amiable in a sentence?
an amiable temper
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