1
as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
whatever you decide to do, I'm amenable—just let me know
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as in obedient
readily giving in to the command or authority of another
our normally balky cat becomes the most amenable of creatures when confronted with the strange environment of the veterinary clinic
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as in responsible
being the one who must meet an obligation or suffer the consequences for failing to do so
even our nation's highest leaders must remain amenable to the law
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Recent Examples of amenable
The initial approach may have been to extract an agreement for a ceasefire, but Putin may have been amenable to a permanent solution now.
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Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
New generations are generally more amenable to big shifts like that.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
For maximum flexibility, consider hosting your event in November, May, or June, when the island is a bit less bustling and villa owners are more amenable to shorter stays.
—Kristen Korey Pike, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
Red clover stands taller, is less amenable to mowing, and can be short-lived.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
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Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
New generations are generally more amenable to big shifts like that.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
For maximum flexibility, consider hosting your event in November, May, or June, when the island is a bit less bustling and villa owners are more amenable to shorter stays.
—Kristen Korey Pike, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
Red clover stands taller, is less amenable to mowing, and can be short-lived.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenable
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However, the state has been willing to elect moderate Republicans over the years, including Collins, who has enjoyed popularity in the state for decades.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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People who don’t fall into these categories may still be able to get a vaccine if a provider is willing to give it off-label.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
19 Sep. 2025
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The pawrent, who uses the social media tag @dollythesassysausage, shared the unconventional tactic of tying the lead of their sausage dog, Dolly, to their sibling's dog—an obedient cocker spaniel called Cooper.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Golem was a powerful, obedient protector, performing tasks and defending the ghetto.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Amy Chesnut founded the company after experimenting with Pozzi Wool which is known for establishing standards by Joe Pozza for animal welfare, land stewardship, and responsible wool harvesting from family farms.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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His team is responsible for issuing weather forecasts across United’s network, and flagging any events that might delay or ground flights.—
Kennedy Hayes,
FOXNews.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Loge, which stands for Live Outside, Go Explore, is for the adventure traveler ready to fly through fresh powder, hit the trails, or soak up some rays while tubing on the Deschutes River.—
Lauren Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Sep. 2025
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The property features five distinct bars, a four-star restaurant with a menu built around bourbon pairings, a private golf simulator called Bourbon & Bunkers, a pool, and a wellness program designed to keep guests refreshed and ready for their next bourbon tasting.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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However, from time to time mistakes will be made and we will not be held liable.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
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Typically, marketplaces aren't liable for the products their sellers offer.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Paige Tortorelli,
CNBC,
19 Sep. 2025
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The upshot is that housing inventory will remain limited as boomers are less inclined to downsize to smaller homes and have the financial means to stay put.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
22 Sep. 2025
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In the last nine months especially, Aliyev has grown more wary of Russia and more inclined to pursue peace with Armenia.—
Thomas de Waal,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Sep. 2025
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Based on her history of heterosexual extremity, I was concerned, but glad to be proven wrong.—
Rachel Handler,
Vulture,
18 Sep. 2025
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And Howard will be glad to get a taste of that KC barbecue, too.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Amenable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenable. Accessed 26 Sep. 2025.
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