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as in unaffected
having a relaxed, casual manner
as the show's affable host, she keeps the freewheeling gabfest from getting out of hand
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
as an experienced event planner, he knows that having an affable emcee is critical
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as in hospitable
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
although First Lady Lucretia Hayes didn't particularly enjoy her role as White House hostess, she was always affable
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Recent Examples of affable
But the locker room of an already losing team isn’t being torn apart by a guy who isn’t playing, much less one as affable and positive as Giannis, who clearly wants to do right by Milwaukee.
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Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2026
The young biker leans back and smiles at Gately and gives an affable shrug and blatts away, a halter top’s tits mashed against his back.
—Hermione Hoby, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
The always affable 27-year-old paused for just a moment before answering the question.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2026
For Regis Schultz, JD’s affable group chief executive, the logic is straightforward and a natural extension of current shopping behavior.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
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Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2026
The young biker leans back and smiles at Gately and gives an affable shrug and blatts away, a halter top’s tits mashed against his back.
—Hermione Hoby, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
The always affable 27-year-old paused for just a moment before answering the question.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2026
For Regis Schultz, JD’s affable group chief executive, the logic is straightforward and a natural extension of current shopping behavior.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for affable
Adjective
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This survival strategy has, coincidentally, resulted in some strains of bacteria being unaffected by certain antibiotics, drugs that trace their origins to natural compounds.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The westbound lanes are unaffected.—
Michelle Cruz,
AZCentral.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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From the gracious foyer to the expansive living room with horizonless views, every detail signals residential grandeur.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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Of all the Welk stars, the harmonizing Lennon Sisters have always been among the most gracious and congenial.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The shark had apparently found the most hospitable band within that stack and was tracking it along the seafloor.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2026
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For Muslims, many of whom eschew alcohol, and for anyone seeking liquor-free or family-friendly social options, the cafes are hospitable hangouts and a late-night alternative to nighttime clubbing.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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But as serious news outlets have increasingly concentrated on the high end, a downmarket digital ecosystem for financial information has emerged for casual investors and day traders.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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After 40 years beachside (and gaining a casual, semi-riotous rep for all the day-drinking amid the sand and surf), the Independent Spirit Awards has shacked up at the Hollywood Palladium.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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What might be a pleasant wine on the ground often loses nuance or becomes imbalanced in flight since the low cabin pressure tends to mute aromas.—
Karla Walsh,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Feb. 2026
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Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is in full bloom, and water excursions like kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling are also especially pleasant at this time of year, even if the water’s a bit chilly, at least to natives.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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While some editors appreciated it for its thicker texture, other editors found the mellow tang to be ideal for a variety of dishes from soup to tacos.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
21 Feb. 2026
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But exercise alone is unlikely to give you a more mellow personality—this is part of a big-picture approach to mental health.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Having a set time to do individual work has been nice.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
19 Feb. 2026
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While more attacking and midfield options are always nice, Orlando’s real problem lies in replacing key defenders who departed in the offseason.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Feb. 2026
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This easygoing nature carries over to pruning, too.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2026
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Keep your garden full of flavors with companion plants that are easygoing and follow the same maintenance plan.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Affable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affable. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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