Affably
adverb
In a friendly and good-natured way.
He addressed the crowd affably, winning their hearts instantly.

Often appears as...
- speak affably
- smile affably
adverb
In a friendly and good-natured way.
He addressed the crowd affably, winning their hearts instantly.

Often appears as...
- speak affably
- smile affably
Definition 1 of 1

Positive Tone
Indicates warmth and kindness, often when making a good impression.

She greeted her new neighbors affably, putting them at ease.
Social Interactions
Commonly used to describe courteous social behavior, especially in first meetings or public speaking.

The diplomat spoke affably to the foreign delegates.
Not Flirtatious
While friendly, it is not overly intimate or suggestive.

He chatted affably with his colleagues during the lunch break.
Positive Tone
Indicates warmth and kindness, often when making a good impression.

She greeted her new neighbors affably, putting them at ease.
Social Interactions
Commonly used to describe courteous social behavior, especially in first meetings or public speaking.

The diplomat spoke affably to the foreign delegates.
Not Flirtatious
While friendly, it is not overly intimate or suggestive.

He chatted affably with his colleagues during the lunch break.
Positive Tone
Indicates warmth and kindness, often when making a good impression.

She greeted her new neighbors affably, putting them at ease.
Social Interactions
Commonly used to describe courteous social behavior, especially in first meetings or public speaking.

The diplomat spoke affably to the foreign delegates.
Not Flirtatious
While friendly, it is not overly intimate or suggestive.

He chatted affably with his colleagues during the lunch break.
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