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What does Affable mean?
Affable means friendly and easy to talk to.
Dictionary definition
Friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to.
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Her affable smile helped the new student feel comfortable.
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The mayor's affable manner made difficult conversations feel respectful.
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Affable describes someone who is friendly, pleasant, and easy to speak with.
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Affable
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WordAffable.
Partadjective.
MeaningAffable means friendly and easy to talk to.
ExampleExample: The affable coach welcomed every player.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- af · uh · bul
- Strongest beat
- af
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on af.
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unfriendlyUse when someone is not warm or welcoming.
hostileUse when someone seems angry or opposed.
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Affable word family
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affable
adverb
affably
In a friendly and pleasant way.
noun
affability
The quality of being friendly and easy to talk to.
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