as in sweetness
the state or quality of having a pleasant or agreeable manner in socializing with others
First Lady Dolley Madison was beloved by the nation for her affability toward people from all walks of life
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Recent Examples of affability
The choice Task makes to soften Ruffalo’s natural affability and presence in favor of Pelphrey’s Robbie—who transmits anger and despair with palpable, desperate energy—is a fascinating one, requiring humility from one actor and intense commitment from the other.
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Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 17 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affability
sweetness
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Consider a spine tingling off-dry Riesling here—a kabinett or spatlese from the Mosel with just a kiss of sweetness, perhaps.—
Anna Lee C. Iijima,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Nov. 2025
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Kernels of fresh corn add a touch of sweetness to the bread, while yogurt instead of buttermilk, keeps the bread moist and tender.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Affability.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affability. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.
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