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
Ready for a robot that not only looks human but also acts and reacts like one, expressing emotions like shyness, excitement or friendliness?
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Frank's pet parents tell PEOPLE they are shocked by the overwhelming reaction to the dog's friendliness, which is typical behavior for the golden retriever.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Visitors can explore ancient castles, listen to traditional music in cozy pubs and experience the legendary friendliness of the Irish people.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Hospitals are assessed based on factors like patient reviews, friendliness of staff, accreditation and even the quality of cafeteria food.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for friendliness
Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Frank's pet parents tell PEOPLE they are shocked by the overwhelming reaction to the dog's friendliness, which is typical behavior for the golden retriever.
—Kelli Bender, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Visitors can explore ancient castles, listen to traditional music in cozy pubs and experience the legendary friendliness of the Irish people.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
Hospitals are assessed based on factors like patient reviews, friendliness of staff, accreditation and even the quality of cafeteria food.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for friendliness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for friendliness
Noun
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However, Levi wants to stay and even forms a friendship with Vito, the most eccentric kid of all, who happens to be Marenka's son.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
15 May 2025
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And President Trump shows that friendship each and every day.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
Noun
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And both Harrison and Pierce share a sort of commitment to their craft — professionalism, generosity on set.—
Ashley Hume , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2025
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Neuroscience shows that generosity activates reward centers in the brain.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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As the president expresses agitation toward district judges who block his policies nationwide, Trump so far has maintained more cordiality with Roberts, refusing to attack him personally.—
Zach Schonfeld,
The Hill,
23 Mar. 2025
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Such cordiality was impossible this time, and Dirk Hauser — head of media for Bayern’s academy then and to this day — had to keep the two men apart, in different parts of the old stadium.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
27 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Researchers explored how prosocial behavior, acts of genuine kindness and concern for others influences perceptions of physical attractiveness.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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But Mike throws the man’s kindness back in his face by knocking him out and lifting his watch and wallet.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2025
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On May 12, Hamas released Edan Alexander, a soldier with Israeli and U.S. citizenship and the last American detainee in its hands, as a goodwill gesture to Trump, and there were rumors of a meeting between Trump and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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These leaders build employee confidence and goodwill by practicing pay transparency and sharing data and information about remediation efforts with their employees. 10.—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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“Friendliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/friendliness. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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