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amiable

adjective (amiable, more amiable, most amiable)

«amiable» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

Friendly, pleasant and easy to like. tree →

In the lessons

In stories it describes a kind, cheerful character; in reports «an amiable chat». Phrases: «an amiable person», «amiable mood».

Examples

The amiable shopkeeper gave us free sweets. tree →
Our new neighbour seems amiable. tree →
They had an amiable chat over tea. tree →
The giant was amiable, not scary. tree →
She was amiable to everyone in class. tree →
The dog has an amiable nature. tree →
I had better have married my amiable shepherd. tree →

Note

Adverb: amiably. Similar to «friendly», «good-natured». Do not confuse with «amicable» (friendly agreement between groups, «an amicable settlement»).

On Mova

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