amicability
/'æmikəblnis/ Cách viết khác : (amicability) /,æmikə'biliti/
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Definition
- Noun:
- The quality or state of being friendly and agreeable; a disposition characterized by warmth and friendliness. It refers to a positive, cooperative attitude that avoids conflict.
- A disinclination to quarrel. It describes a tendency or preference to maintain peace and avoid arguments or hostility.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The amicability of the negotiations led to a quick and fair agreement.
- Despite their differences, they handled the discussion with great amicability.
- Her natural amicability makes her very popular in the office.
Advanced Usage
- "A spirit of amicability": An atmosphere or attitude characterized by friendliness and a desire for peace.
- The two leaders met with a spirit of amicability, focusing on shared goals.
- "To maintain amicability": To actively preserve a friendly and peaceful relationship.
- Even during the dispute, they worked hard to maintain amicability for the sake of their children.
Variants and Related Words
- Amiable (adj): Having or displaying a friendly and pleasant manner.
- He is an amiable host who makes everyone feel welcome.
- Amicable (adj): Characterized by friendliness and absence of discord.
- They reached an amicable settlement out of court.
- Amicably (adv): In a friendly and peaceful manner.
- The couple decided to separate amicably.
Synonyms
- Friendliness: The quality of being kind and pleasant.
- Cordiality: Warm and sincere friendliness.
- Harmony: The state of being in agreement or concord.
- Peaceableness: The quality of being inclined to avoid conflict.
Antonyms
- Hostility: Unfriendly or antagonistic behavior.
- Animosity: Strong hostility or opposition.
- Antagonism: Active opposition or hostility.
- Conflict: A serious disagreement or argument.
Noun
- having a disposition characterized by warmth and friendliness
- a disinclination to quarrel