amiable
UK: ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl | US: ˈeɪ.mi.ə.bəl
adj. friendly and pleasant in manner
adj. showing warmth and kindness
The word "amiable" traces back to the Latin "amicabilis," meaning "friendly," derived from "amicus" (friend). The Old French adaptation "amiable" preserved this sense of likability. The morpheme "ami" (love) reflects the root idea of affection, while "able" (capable of) suggests the capacity for friendliness. Over time, "amiable" evolved in English to describe a person’s naturally warm and approachable demeanor.
She has an amiable personality that puts everyone at ease.
The amiable host greeted each guest with a smile.
Despite the disagreement, their conversation remained amiable.
His amiable nature makes him popular among colleagues.
The two neighbors maintained an amiable relationship for years.