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
King noted that the United crew was also extremely personable and doted on the couple.
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Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
His colleagues described him as sharp and personable.
—Liam Quinn, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025
Influencer marketing continues to be one of the most personable, connected ways of promoting products, highlighting brand differentiators and increasing engagement and connection.
—Ismael El Qudsi, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The physician is kind and personable and also relies heavily on paper charts and handwritten notes, which makes my brain ache as my own clinical practice is entirely digital.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
His colleagues described him as sharp and personable.
—Liam Quinn, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025
Influencer marketing continues to be one of the most personable, connected ways of promoting products, highlighting brand differentiators and increasing engagement and connection.
—Ismael El Qudsi, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
The physician is kind and personable and also relies heavily on paper charts and handwritten notes, which makes my brain ache as my own clinical practice is entirely digital.
—R29 Team, refinery29.com, 7 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for personable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for personable
Adjective
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The building itself includes 24-hour concierge service and features a gracious lobby with a residents’ lounge.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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Throughout the conversation, maintain a gracious tone regardless of immediate outcomes.—
Kara Dennison, SPHR, CPRW, EC,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Thus, a trip to a coin-exchange kiosk (or a bank, or credit union) can yield a pleasant surprise.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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There are many pleasant features of playoff basketball.—
Shane Young,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Use these cheerful, summery spoons to slather jam onto scones or Nutella into crepes.—
Oset Babür-Winter,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 May 2025
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Only cheerful younger son Einstein (Evan Ellison), an eccentric, prophetically named genius who has decided to become a champion pole-vaulter, seems happy to see him.—
Robert Lloyd,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Jacquemus Opens Los Angeles Boutique—Attendees For Opening Include Lori Harvey And Laura Harrier Nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, French fashion house Jacquemus has unveiled its new boutique within a charming rustic home.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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Bringing in this charming, unpredictable element illustrates Rowlson-Hall’s approach to embracing life in all its beauty and complications.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Elite firepower, stingy defense, and all-world goaltending to tie a nice bow on it.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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There may be a nice bunch of grapes, a couple slices of melon, and a hunk of juicy homegrown tomato.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Today's must-shop deals ☕️ Chic kitchen upgrade: Save 33% on the prettiest Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker that our editors love.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Shoppers are flocking to airy dresses, breezy pants, pretty blouses, and more clothes.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Delicately sweet figs balance the tang and sour bite of balsamic vinegar.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2025
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In the sweet mash process, a fresh mash is made every time.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Insurance agents interested in gaining access to a modern next-gen STAR platform are welcome to apply directly through their user-friendly website.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The 22-year-old is undersized for the NFL, but his pass-catching abilities out of the backfield (108 receptions in four years at SMU) would be welcome in Indianapolis.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personable. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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