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[af-uh-buhl]
Adjective
Definitions
- Pleasantly easy to approach and to talk to.
- Showing warmth and friendliness.
Examples
"John is a popular boy with an affable smile."
"We need an affable salesperson to increase the number of customers."
Synonyms
friendlyamiablecordial
Antonyms
unfriendlydisagreeableimpolite
Additional Notes
- Originated from the Latin word ad + fari meaning 'to' + 'speak.'
- Affable implies being open to conversations while its synonym polite implies agreeable manner in general.