NYT Dictionary

AMIABLY

/ˈeɪ.mɪə.blɪ/
AdverbA-mi-a-blya-mi-a-bly · 4 syllablesCollege

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2023

Meaning

In an amiable manner; in a friendly or pleasant manner.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English amyablelich, amyably, equivalent to amiable + -ly. Piecewise doublet of amicably.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

affablygeniallycheerfullyfairfavorablyfriendlygraciouslyheartilyintimatelykindly

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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