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The group was amenable to trying a new plan.
What does Amenable mean?
Amenable means willing to cooperate or listen.
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Willing to listen, cooperate, or accept suggestions.
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She was amenable to feedback after reading her draft aloud.
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An amenable leader listens carefully before making a final decision.
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Amenable describes someone who is open to suggestions, cooperation, or change.
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MeaningAmenable means willing to cooperate or listen.
ExampleExample: The group was amenable to trying a new plan.
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- uh · mee · nuh · bul
- Strongest beat
- mee
- Ending
- bul
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- Put a little extra energy on mee.
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Synonyms
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cooperativeUse when someone is willing to work with others.
receptiveUse when someone is open to ideas or suggestions.
Antonyms
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stubbornUse when someone refuses to change or listen.
uncooperativeUse when someone is not willing to work with others.
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Amenable word family
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amenable
adverb
amenably
In a cooperative or receptive way.
noun
amenability
The quality of being willing to cooperate or accept suggestions.
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