as in gracious
friendly and easy to get along with
The hostess was very personable. He is a personable young man.
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Recent Examples of personable
Pereira’s manner is more personable and less intense than Nuno’s, while his use of a 3-4-3 formation is aligned to more front-footed, high-pressing principles than the lower-block, counter-attacking approach Nuno used to such historic effect during his four years at the helm from 2017-2021.
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Communicate With Confidence Appearing polished yet personable in the hot seat is critical in executive brand building.
—Heather Kelly, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
The videos, at their best, help transform famous figures into more personable ones.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 20 Mar. 2025
Founder and principal Jessica Lagrange is known for her vibrant and personable manner, perceptive insights, and collaborative approach to design—qualities that account for the outstanding caliber and cohesive nature of the JLI team.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
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Steve Madeley, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Communicate With Confidence Appearing polished yet personable in the hot seat is critical in executive brand building.
—Heather Kelly, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
The videos, at their best, help transform famous figures into more personable ones.
—Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 20 Mar. 2025
Founder and principal Jessica Lagrange is known for her vibrant and personable manner, perceptive insights, and collaborative approach to design—qualities that account for the outstanding caliber and cohesive nature of the JLI team.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for personable
Adjective
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Everyone on set was so gracious and created such a safe space.—
Jennifer Adams,
StyleCaster,
5 June 2025
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Though the mill and its towering chimney are long gone, the house remains—gracious, elegant, and full of period charm.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Comedy is also having a moment because of people are looking for a pleasant escape given the political nightmare currently gripping this nation.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
9 June 2025
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This modern adaptation of a traditional country farmhouse features a welcoming front porch, which has ample room for two or three people to sit and relax on a pleasant day.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Here’s a cheerful fringed umbrella that looks a lot more expensive than its $72 price tag.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
6 June 2025
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Sparkling with Champagne-like bubbles, a bready, light body and a clean, faintly bitter finish, this cheerful beer is ideal for a sunny summer afternoon.—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Yet each performance feels angled at a slightly different degree, one distinct acting turn making all the difference between a charming scoundrel, a depressed artist, a loyal sidekick, an aloof intellectual, or a precocious kid.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
12 June 2025
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Add a charming upgrade to wraparound porches with a rocking chair that has a roomy seat and requires minimal upkeep. Bay Isle Home Dawn 2-Person Patio Conversation Set, $213 (orig.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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That this wrap-up happens on the stoop of an apartment building provides a nice callback to Past Lives.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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The building has a couple of nice fireplaces, Maletta noted, and a campfire area outside.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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Keep reading for 10 linen summer dresses that are too pretty to be from Amazon—but totally are!—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
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Poetry, which can be its own cruel and dark and splintered thing, is primarily useful for Wax as a pretty form of release.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The popsicle entrepreneurs and 2018 Under 30 food & drink alums, Erik Brust and Connor Wray, are redefining the sweet treat market.—
Alexandra York,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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This Recipe The catch: The sweet months-old baby of last summer who couldn’t walk or talk was now a fully functioning, less-than-demure toddler.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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That could be welcome if a softer course becomes a bit more manageable.—
Apress,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2025
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Nevertheless, the telephoto will be welcome both in use and by the marketing team.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personable. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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