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- [am-i-kuh-buh l]
- /ˈæm ɪ kə bəl/
- /ˈæm.ɪ.kə.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [am-i-kuh-buh l]
- /ˈæm ɪ kə bəl/
Definitions of amicably word
- adjective amicably characterized by or showing goodwill; friendly; peaceable: an amicable settlement. 1
- noun amicably Friendly; in an amicable manner. 1
- adverb amicably in a friendly way, without hostility 1
- adverb amicably characterized by an absence of antagonism, especially in commonly difficult situations. 0
- adverb amicably out-of-court. 0
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Origin of amicably
First appearance:
before 1425 One of the 25% oldest English words
1425-75; late Middle English < Late Latin amīcābilis, equivalent to amīc(us) friend, friendly + -ābilis -able; cf. amiable
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Parts of speech for Amicably
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adjective
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amicably popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 79% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for amicably
adv amicably
- 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 amicably
- cordially — courteous and gracious; friendly; warm: a cordial reception.
- harmoniously — marked by agreement in feeling, attitude, or action: a harmonious group.
- agreeably — to one's liking; pleasing: agreeable manners; an agreeable sensation.
- willingly — disposed or consenting; inclined: willing to go along.
Antonyms for amicably
adv amicably
- 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.
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