Definitions

matey

[mey-tee] / ˈmeɪ ti /

ADJECTIVE

companionable

Synonyms

WEAK

affable amicable buddy-buddy clubby complacent congenial conversable convivial cordial cozy cozy with familiar genial good-natured gregarious intimate mellow neighborly outgoing pally palsy sociable social tight tight with

Example Sentences

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Melissa Matey, a spokesperson for the Louisiana State Police, said that the investigation is ongoing.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 16, 2023

“African food has always been a comfort food for me,” said Matey, 54.

From Washington Post • Oct. 4, 2022

“Louisiana State Police is confident in the judicial system and fair review of this incident and continues to offer our full cooperation,” Lieutenant Matey said.

From New York Times • May 27, 2021

“I had the time of my life,” he says as he sits on the roof of his Soho office, talking about the man he calls Matey Boy.

From The Guardian • Dec. 16, 2019

I should call him eccentric; very clever people always are!” replied Miss Matey.

From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. 22, March, 1852, Volume 4. by