amiable
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Griffith was a puffed-up man of no amiable disposition; his fellow L.A. millionaire Alphonzo Bell, the developer of Bel-Air, mocked him as “the Prince of Wales.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026
This is a film that serves a purpose, and Jones’ amiable writing and Aramayo’s engaging performance dredge up just enough sentimentality while keeping the movie from seeming overly instructive.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026
It takes only a moment or two for him to establish each figure’s unique traits, from the amiable to the exasperating.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026
The previous head of the partnership, Kathy Wylde, held the position for 25 years and was an amiable voice for the city’s business community.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
“The coolness of you two rascals is amazing,” began Mr. Pickwick, trying to get up an awful frown and only succeeding in producing an amiable smile.
From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott
Vocabulary lists containing amiable
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 1–6
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