Main Entry:

am·i·ca·ble

Pronunciation:

\ˈa-mi-kə-bəl\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English, from Late Latin amicabilis

Date:

15th century

: characterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable

— am·i·ca·bil·i·ty \ˌa-mi-kə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun

— am·i·ca·ble·ness \ˈa-mi-kə-bəl-nəs\ noun

— am·i·ca·bly \-blē\ adverb

synonyms amicable, neighborly, friendly mean exhibiting goodwill and an absence of antagonism. amicable implies a state of peace and a desire on the part of the parties not to quarrel <maintained amicable relations>. neighborly implies a disposition to live on good terms with others and to be helpful on principle <neighborly concern>. friendly stresses cordiality and often warmth or intimacy of personal relations <sought friendly advice>.