amicable

The definition of amicable is someone or something that is friendly and shows peace-loving characteristics.

(adjective)

A meeting where there were no disagreements is an example of an amicable meeting.

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See amicable in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

friendly in feeling; showing good will; peaceable: an amicable discussion

Origin: LL amicabilis: see amiable

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See amicable in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Characterized by or exhibiting friendliness or goodwill; friendly.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English

Origin: , from Late Latin amīcābilis

Origin: , from Latin amīcus, friend

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Related Forms:

  • amˌi·ca·bilˈi·ty, amˈi·ca·ble·ness noun
  • amˈi·ca·bly adverb

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