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- [ey-mee-uh-buh l]
- /ˈeɪ mi ə bəl/
- /ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ey-mee-uh-buh l]
- /ˈeɪ mi ə bəl/
Definitions of amiably word
- adjective amiably having or showing pleasant, good-natured personal qualities; affable: an amiable disposition. 1
- adjective amiably friendly; sociable: an amiable greeting; an amiable gathering. 1
- adjective amiably agreeable; willing to accept the wishes, decisions, or suggestions of another or others. 1
- adjective amiably Obsolete. lovable or lovely. 1
- noun amiably In an amiable manner; in a friendly or pleasant manner. 1
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Origin of amiably
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English < Middle French < Late Latin amīcābilis amicable
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Parts of speech for Amiably
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adjective
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pronoun
preposition
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amiably popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for amiably
adv amiably
- appropriately — suitable or fitting for a particular purpose, person, occasion, etc.: an appropriate example; an appropriate dress.
- cheerfully — full of cheer; in good spirits: a cheerful person.
- favorably — characterized by approval or support; positive: a favorable report.
- happily — in a happy manner; with pleasure.
- kindly — having, showing, or proceeding from a benevolent disposition or spirit; kindhearted: kindly people.
adverb amiably
- warmly — having or giving out a moderate degree of heat, as perceived by the senses: a warm bath.
- thoughtful — showing consideration for others; considerate.
Antonyms for amiably
adv amiably
- unwillingly — not willing; reluctant; loath; averse: an unwilling partner in the crime.
- dissenting — to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree (often followed by from): Two of the justices dissented from the majority decision.
- unpleasant — not pleasant; displeasing; disagreeable; offensive: an unpleasant taste; an unpleasant situation; an unpleasant manner.
- unfavorably — not favorable; contrary; adverse: an unfavorable wind.
- unfriendly — not amicable; not friendly or kindly in disposition; unsympathetic; aloof: an unfriendly coldness of manner.
adverb amiably
- coldly — having a relatively low temperature; having little or no warmth: cold water; a cold day.
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