amicability

noun

am·​i·​ca·​bil·​i·​ty ˌa-mi-kə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce amicability (audio)
plural amicabilities
Synonyms of amicabilitynext
1
: the quality of being amicable
constant amicability existed between the two nations
2
: a manifestation or instance of amicable relations or behavior
much impressed by all these amicabilities

Word History

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of amicability was in 1660

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“Amicability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/amicability. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.

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