Amiable Definition

amiable
adjective
  1. disposed to please; "an amiable villain with a cocky sidelong grin"- Hal Hinson
  2. diffusing warmth and friendliness; "an affable smile"; "an amiable gathering"; "cordial relations"; "a cordial greeting"; "a genial host"

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