amiability

Definitions

The quality of having a friendly and pleasant manner.

A disposition to be sociable and easy to get along with.

Examples

Her natural amiability made everyone in the room feel instantly welcome.

The diplomat was well-known for his amiability, which helped him navigate even the most difficult negotiations.

Despite the stressful circumstances, he maintained an air of amiability that put his colleagues at ease.

Synonyms

friendliness affability geniality cordiality warmth kindliness amiableness

Antonyms

hostility rudeness surliness unfriendliness aloofness coldness ill-nature