Amenable

usgb/əˈmenəbl/
adjective

Willing to accept or be influenced by suggestions and advice.

She might be more amenable to the idea if you explain it to her properly.
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Often appears as...

  • amenable to suggestions
  • amenable to advice
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Open Attitude

Use 'amenable' when describing someone who's open to ideas or persuasion, like showing readiness to change.

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After our discussion, he was amenable to revising the project plan.
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Positive Change

'Amenable' implies a positive response to new suggestions, indicating flexibility and adaptability.

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She was amenable to exploring new ways to solve the issue.
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Subtle Agreement

'Amenable' can suggest subtle agreement without overt enthusiasm; it's an understated way to show compliance.

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While not excited, he seemed amenable to the changes.
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