1
as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
the contract negotiations between the hotel workers and management were reasonably amicable
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as in friendly
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
finds his coworkers at his new job just as amicable as he ever could have hoped
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Recent Examples of amicable
His departure, which is said to be amicable, follows the recent promotion of Dana Tafoya-Cameron to EVP and Head of Bento Box Entertainment and Animation, who took over the role previously held by Brett Coker, who retired.
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Denise Petski, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
An amicable run-in with his ex-wife in this episode has the same thoughtful feeling.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Penn insists his departure two seasons later, while unexpected by many fans, was amicable.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
Acknowledging that many family law issues find more amicable resolutions outside the courtroom, the firm provides mediation and arbitration services.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
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Denise Petski, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
An amicable run-in with his ex-wife in this episode has the same thoughtful feeling.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Penn insists his departure two seasons later, while unexpected by many fans, was amicable.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
Acknowledging that many family law issues find more amicable resolutions outside the courtroom, the firm provides mediation and arbitration services.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amicable
Adjective
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The 4th gen is also the most compatible Google Nest to date.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Oct. 2025
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The unit is compatible with both household outlets and AC car chargers.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Will that mean a five-year, $150 million deal or a more club-friendly contract around $130 million?—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
17 Oct. 2025
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Delhi is motivated by revisiting historical connections with Afghanistan, securing potential economic and trade access to Central Asia, and establishing a friendly presence on Pakistan’s western flank with potential strategic benefits.—
Happymon Jacob,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The approval was not unanimous across the 16-team board of governors about how to move forward, the sources said.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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League discussions about Berman’s future have gone on for many months, and sources said there has not been unanimous support for the commissioner.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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The Farmers Almanac also predicts another easy travel week over in the Appalachians, which will see cold weather in the north and warm weather further south.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Oct. 2025
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The comments section quickly sided with the gracious host.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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The influencer was gracious about her departure, though.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Amicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amicable. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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