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Amicable: meaning, definitions and examples

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amicable

 

[ หˆรฆmษชkษ™bl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

friendly relations

Amicable describes interactions that are characterized by friendliness and goodwill. It often refers to situations where individuals or parties have settled disputes in a cordial manner, without hostility. An amicable agreement often results in a peaceful resolution rather than conflict. This term can be applied in various contexts, including personal relationships, negotiations, and legal matters.

Synonyms

congenial, cordial, friendly, harmonious

Examples of usage

  • The couple reached an amicable divorce settlement.
  • Despite their differences, they maintained an amicable relationship.
  • The negotiations were amicable, leading to a successful partnership.

Translations

Translations of the word "amicable" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amigรกvel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคคเฅเคฐเคตเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช freundlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sahabat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดั€ัƒะถะฝั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przyjazny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‹ๅฅฝ็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท amical

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amigable

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dostรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์šฐํ˜ธ์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุฏูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™รกtelskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ priateฤพskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‹ๅฅฝ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prijazen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vinveitt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะพั ะดะพั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒ’แƒแƒ‘แƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dostcasฤฑna

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amistoso

Etymology

The term 'amicable' originates from the Latin word 'amicabilis', which means 'friendly' or 'of friends'. This Latin term is derived from 'amicus', meaning 'friend'. The word was adopted into Middle English in the late 14th century, initially used to describe relationships or agreements characterized by friendliness, especially in legal and diplomatic contexts. Over the centuries, 'amicable' has maintained its core meaning, focusing on the presence of goodwill and a lack of hostility in interactions, whether personal or formal. It reflects a cultural value placed on peace and harmony in social dynamics and legal arrangements.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,855, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.