amiably

English

Etymology

From amiable +‎ -ly.

Pronunciation

  • (UK, US) IPA(key): /ˈeɪ.mɪə.blɪ/, /ˈeɪ.mɪə.blɪ/
  • Audio (Southern England):(file)

Adverb

amiably (comparative more amiably, superlative most amiably)

  1. In an amiable manner; in a friendly or pleasant manner.
    • 1956 [1880], Johanna Spyri, Heidi, translation of original by Eileen Hall, page 53:
      'You're right so far,' agreed the pastor amiably.

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