1
as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
as the show's affable host, she keeps the freewheeling gabfest from getting out of hand
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
as an experienced event planner, he knows that having an affable emcee is critical
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as in hospitable
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
although First Lady Lucretia Hayes didn't particularly enjoy her role as White House hostess, she was always affable
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Recent Examples of affable
He is known as an affable, old-school political dealmaker who has been closely aligned with former Secretary of State Jesse White’s political organization.
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Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
Lamont has cultivated an image as an affable aristocrat while spending about $60 million of his fortune on his four bids for statewide office.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2025
The affable Carroll was the polar opposite of the stern hard-driving Parcells.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2025
Lanier himself has an affable, bro-ish air on camera and clearly enjoys making these videos.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
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Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
Lamont has cultivated an image as an affable aristocrat while spending about $60 million of his fortune on his four bids for statewide office.
—Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2025
The affable Carroll was the polar opposite of the stern hard-driving Parcells.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2025
Lanier himself has an affable, bro-ish air on camera and clearly enjoys making these videos.
—Em Sauter, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affable
Adjective
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But the economy won’t spiral downward too far, because so much of America’s spending and production is unaffected by tariffs.—
Bill Conerly,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Many experts believe that most of the auto sales this year have been of inventory that was imported before the duties, meaning their prices would be unaffected.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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The man was gifted, gracious, often generous and seldom mean-spirited.—
Bruce Fein,
Baltimore Sun,
10 July 2025
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But goodness gracious, the Rockies are only (14-36) under Schaeffer after going 7-33 under Black.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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But the people tasked with reviewing the project at its next step may not be as hospitable.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
3 July 2025
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Until recently, the top of women’s tennis was a hospitable place for prodigies.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Guests can choose from a variety of pastries and breakfast foods, coffee and more to keep things casual, or order from their selection of cocktails and wine.—
Ramal Nasim
July 25,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
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Popups and its popular Sunday Suppers offer another avenue for more casual dining.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Like, so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Like so deeply moral and kind and pleasant and smart.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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The aromatic wine enlivens the mellow notes of the squash while the pyrazines (a green pepper taste) in certain Sauvignon Blancs are a match for the similar flavor of the bell peppers.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Alan Rickman, with his deep, mellow, softly puffing voice, is immensely sympathetic as that most patient of suitors, Colonel Brandon.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
19 July 2025
Adjective
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The units also vary in shape: the cube is nice for nightstands, while the wider grand size works well on large dressers.—
Jamie Fischer,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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And, the embroidery on the pillowcases adds a nice touch.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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This cropped style captures Reese Witherspoon’s summer jeans look — casual, cool, and easygoing.—
Jeaneen Russell,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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Effortlessly festive, striking the perfect balance between fun and easygoing.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
18 July 2025
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“Affable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affable. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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