personable
adjective
per·son·able
ˈpərs-nə-bəl 
ˈpər-sə-nə-bəl
: pleasant or amiable in person : attractive
personableness
noun
Examples of personable in a Sentence
The hostess was very personable.
He is a personable young man.
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But perhaps the most engaging aspect of Mario is his chameleon-like ability to remain at the same time personable and, ultimately, a blank slate.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Apr. 2026
Such moments offer an opportunity for William to differentiate himself from his father, showing off a personal style that’s more relatable and personable than the ensembles of male royals before him.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
But perhaps the most engaging aspect of Mario is his chameleon-like ability to remain at the same time personable and, ultimately, a blank slate.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 5 Apr. 2026
These students are Zeke, a terrific football player often in trouble; Dontell, who is brilliant but rowdy; and Truth, who is personable and working with his criminal uncle.
—Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personable. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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personable
adjective
per·son·able
ˈpərs-nə-bəl
-ᵊn-ə-bəl
: pleasing in appearance or manner
personableness
noun
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