friendliness

noun

ˈfren(d)-lē-nəs How to pronounce friendliness (audio)
Definition of friendlinessnext
as in friendship
kindly concern, interest, or support the family was overwhelmed by the friendliness of the welcoming committee

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Recent Examples of friendliness Ol Seki combines eco-friendliness with sustainability. — Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026 This can leave them confused when community members respond to their friendliness with hostility. — Emilia Otte, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026 Expect a raucous crowd for Scotland’s sole appearance in South Florida; the supporters group, known as the Tartan Army, is known worldwide for its avid support and friendliness. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 10 June 2026 Mexico topped a global survey thanks to its culture, friendliness, and ease of settling in. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for friendliness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for friendliness
  1. friendship
  2. generosity
  3. cordiality
  4. neighborliness
  5. kindness
  6. goodwill
Noun
  • This film is the story of Tony and Emma – a friendship which unfolds unexpectedly.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 20 July 2026
  • Speaking to People in 2024, Garten raved about her friendship with Garner.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 20 July 2026
Definition of friendship
Noun
  • Guelaguetza — also known as Los Lunes del Cerro, or Mondays on the Hill — is a centuries-old celebration rooted in community, generosity and cooperation, where the people of Oaxaca come together through music, dance, food and craftsmanship.
    — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
  • The Gracious Visionary interweaves documentary and reenacted components to tell the story of how his mindset was shaped by learning philosophy, playing cards and the generosity of others.
    — Nick Vivarelli for Variety, Robb Report, 20 July 2026
Definition of generosity
Noun
  • The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.
    — John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.
    — Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of cordiality
Noun
  • Maybe camaraderie and neighborliness will succeed where the Council’s blindness to our needs failed.
    — Peter Madonia, New York Daily News, 1 Mar. 2026
  • The North Star State’s Minnesota Nice reputation has long encompassed progressive politics; a polite, if guarded, interpersonal demeanor; and a hearty neighborliness formed out of necessity during frigid winters.
    — Daniel Cueto-Villalobos, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Definition of neighborliness
Noun
  • Pannakara’s discourses on mindfulness and kindness in churchyards, town squares and in front of the Lincoln Memorial drew large, diverse crowds.
    — Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 17 July 2026
  • Guitars take the place of shovels, as Henry now repays Carlos’ kindness by helping to save the land that Carlos assumes is ravaged.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026
Definition of kindness
Noun
  • Since managers reliably undervalue the innovator, don't leave sharing to their goodwill.
    — Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Experts say the island is a microcosm of how a mindset of charity and coordination can handle massive inflows of migrants – not without difficulty, but without the rupture of a sense of community and goodwill.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 6 July 2026
Definition of goodwill

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