PERSONABLE Synonyms: 153 Similar and Opposite Words

personable

adjective

Definition of personable

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 Peek said Parks was warm and personable, adding that one of her favorite memories involved Parks' cooking. — Rachelle Graham, CBS News, 22 June 2026 But more than anything, Brooks supports his programs and coaches in a most personable way. — Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 22 June 2026 Now take that casual, personable way of communicating and give ChatGPT the same method. — Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 While Kafka is a bit more of a reserved personality, he’s been described as a coach who’s personable and can work with anyone. — Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for personable

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Adjective

The gracious master of ceremonies gave me the place of honor in the line-up, directly behind him, with Reiffer and the two shikaris bringing up the rear.

— Leslie E. Tassell, Outdoor Life, 27 Aug. 2026
Walters asks, with a show of reluctance, questions about hillbillies, adolescent development, breast surgeries and her husband — though the singer’s answers are always gracious.

— Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of gracious

Adjective

But a pleasant, elegant note does not match the intimacy—the intentionality—of speaking.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 2 Sep. 2026
Only Ann Patchett could write such a pleasant, amiable novel about death, and only a horse could serve as her essential metaphor for peaceful salvation.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of pleasant

Adjective

Beyond Ningyocho station, cheap and cheerful izakaya sit next to longstanding kaiseki and sushi restaurants in heritage buildings, remnants of the era when this was Yoshicho, one of Tokyo's geisha quarters.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
The fragrance is a delicious mix of sweet, fruity, and floral, thanks to notes of citrus, agave, and jasmine, offering a bright and cheerful scent to your space.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of cheerful

Adjective

The neighborhood Located on the Bodrum peninsula, Türkbükü is a charming seaside village, just 15 minutes away by car and out of earshot from Bodrum’s bustling centre.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
Among the house’s charming features were a wraparound porch, a custom library, and an attic converted into a bedroom for their daughter, Chelsea, who turned one year old during the Clinton family’s two-year residency at the house.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of charming

Adjective

This is an analog way to get friends together without putting the pressure on yourself to cook an entire meal or set the prettiest tablescape.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
This pretty fixture works hard as a table lamp, candle warmer, and decor piece, offering a smoke-free way to add ambient light and fragrance to your space without the fire hazard.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of pretty

Adjective

For your 9-to-5, try them with a button-up shirt and trousers, then pair them with a midi dress and cardigan or a cashmere crewneck, jeans, and trench coat on weekends for a welcome dose of juxtaposition.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 2 Sep. 2026
Future Vikings Ring of Honor member Harrison Smith’s status remains up in the air, but the team’s uncertainty at the position suggests his return would be welcome.

— Alec Lewis, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of welcome

Adjective

The rich chocolate and salty sweet bacon combo as well as the fluffy peanut butter mousse is what sets this dish apart from other s’mores.

— Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Kelce caught a pass from rookie quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, then had a sweet cutback move that made Seattle cornerback Trevon Diggs miss.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of sweet

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