1
as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
the contract negotiations between the hotel workers and management were reasonably amicable
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as in friendly
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
finds his coworkers at his new job just as amicable as he ever could have hoped
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Recent Examples of amicable
The calls, according to people who overheard them, were not always amicable.
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Philip Elliott, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Their split was described as amicable and largely the result of the couple growing apart.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Two years later, Unwell relinquished the rights to the show, and the departure seemed not to be amicable.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 13 Apr. 2026
Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver star as Nicole and Charlie, artists in the entertainment industry whose amicable separation soon turns into a nasty divorce and fight for custody over their son.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Apr. 2026
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Philip Elliott, Time, 15 Apr. 2026
Their split was described as amicable and largely the result of the couple growing apart.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Two years later, Unwell relinquished the rights to the show, and the departure seemed not to be amicable.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 13 Apr. 2026
Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver star as Nicole and Charlie, artists in the entertainment industry whose amicable separation soon turns into a nasty divorce and fight for custody over their son.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amicable
Adjective
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Choose from classic styles, vegan leather designs with interchangeable straps, clear styles great for summer events and tumbler compatible styles.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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On Wednesday, a department spokesperson told CBS News Texas the changes would ensure that policies involving cooperation with other law enforcement agencies are compatible with state and federal guidelines.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The shows are accompanied by similar drops in ad revenue and increasing production costs, an ongoing shift to digital viewership, political constraints and publicity-friendly interview questions.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Putin presided over a parade that featured hardware such as the Geran-2, the Russian version of Iran’s Shahed drone, and played host to friendly leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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Massie objected to passing the extension by unanimous consent, forcing the legislation to a floor vote instead.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Apr. 2026
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The unanimous vote drew applause from several people on hand at the Village Board meeting, including some who have been active in urging the village to take such a move.—
Hank Beckman,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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When deep sleep is fragmented by alcohol, a warm bedroom or an inconsistent bedtime, the entire circuit falters and growth hormone output drops significantly.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2026
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Provide afternoon shade in warm climates.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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The architecture reflects that stately sensibility, with a classic Colonial Revival facade that gives way to interiors scaled for both gracious entertaining and relaxed family living.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
24 Apr. 2026
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Polished, gracious — with a shadow just beneath the surface.—
Merle Ginsberg,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Amicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amicable. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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