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as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
as the show's affable host, she keeps the freewheeling gabfest from getting out of hand
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
as an experienced event planner, he knows that having an affable emcee is critical
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as in hospitable
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
although First Lady Lucretia Hayes didn't particularly enjoy her role as White House hostess, she was always affable
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Recent Examples of affable
As the violence escalates, the more affable Ray and the more emotionally brittle Manny see their friendship and sanity tested, setting off an explosive chain of reckless events.
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Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
An affable, mustachioed former real-estate developer, Haigler joined the group after meeting some Black scuba divers at a wedding.
—Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
Robinson is an affable type, quick with a smile in a good conversation and thoughtful with his answers in a post-match mixed zone.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
Lemmon’s the affable, inoffensive host for the evening.
—Bill Wyman, Vulture, 28 Feb. 2025
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Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
An affable, mustachioed former real-estate developer, Haigler joined the group after meeting some Black scuba divers at a wedding.
—Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
Robinson is an affable type, quick with a smile in a good conversation and thoughtful with his answers in a post-match mixed zone.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 13 Feb. 2025
Lemmon’s the affable, inoffensive host for the evening.
—Bill Wyman, Vulture, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affable
Adjective
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Signal operations are otherwise unaffected, and motorists are reminded to always exercise caution around pedestrians.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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Upon hearing the noise, everyone falls to the ground unconscious, except for Cameron, who is unaffected.—
Christopher Rudolph,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The press conference had a very gracious tone on the U.S. relationship.—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Clara’s Table restaurant is Dearborn Inn’s tribute to Henry Ford’s wife, Clara, a passionate horticulturist and gracious hostess.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In the South, our houses are all about the exterior charm which sets the tone for the inviting and hospitable interior beyond the front door.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
12 Apr. 2025
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Software firm Adobe received a less-than-hospitable reception from the community after debuting on fast-growing X alternative Bluesky.—
Will McCurdy,
PC Magazine,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Embed them into performance reviews, hiring criteria, onboarding, recognition programs, and even casual daily conversations.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Read on to shop walking shoes, casual sneakers, cross trainers, and more from $50.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Exploring ancient hot spots like Delphi, ancient Epidaurus, and Olympia on foot is much more pleasant in spring temperatures averaging from the 60s to the high 70s.—
Helen Iatrou,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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The music was a pleasant surprise and big draw for Bacon’s interest, too, but for an actor who has starred in many horror films and series throughout his career, there needed to be something really unique to entice Bacon to The Bondsman.—
Demetrius Patterson,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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An eight-month-old Gruyère is mellow with a caramel aroma.—
Betsy Andrews,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Animal Collective member’s new album, Sinister Grift, is the perfect mellow psychedelia for a sunny Pasadena afternoon.—
Dan Reilly,
Vulture,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Not easy to do, but nice to come through tonight.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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There’s a place downtown called Soul Classics that’s really nice, like street-wear stuff.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Curaçao With colorful Dutch architecture, multicultural charm, and an easygoing pace of life, Curaçao attracts sun-seekers from around the world.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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This easygoing aesthetic introduces itself in the living room, which doubles as the home’s entry since there’s no formal foyer.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Affable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affable. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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