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amicable

/ˈæ.mɨ.kə.bəl/adjective

Marked by friendliness and goodwill, especially when settling a disagreement.

Example sentences

  • “The two companies reached an amicable agreement without going to court.”
  • “After the divorce, they stayed on amicable terms for the sake of their kids.”

Reserved for arrangements, not personalities: an amicable divorce, an amicable settlement. For a friendly person, use "amiable".

Synonyms for amicable

Antonyms

Often confused with amicable

amicable vs amiable
amiable (adjective): Pleasant, warm, and good-natured.

Find it in: Positive words.

Related words

amenableOpen to suggestions and willing to be persuaded or to cooperate.animatedLively and full of energy, especially in the way someone talks or moves.altruisticCaring about the welfare of others rather than your own; unselfish and generous.altruismUnselfish concern for the well-being of other people, without thought for oneself.allureThe attractive or tempting quality that draws people toward something.alacrityCheerful willingness and quickness in doing something.