personable

as in gracious
friendly and easy to get along with The hostess was very personable. He is a personable young man.

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Recent Examples of personable King noted that the United crew was also extremely personable and doted on the couple. Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025 His colleagues described him as sharp and personable. Liam Quinn, People.com, 18 Feb. 2025 Influencer marketing continues to be one of the most personable, connected ways of promoting products, highlighting brand differentiators and increasing engagement and connection. Ismael El Qudsi, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 The physician is kind and personable and also relies heavily on paper charts and handwritten notes, which makes my brain ache as my own clinical practice is entirely digital. R29 Team, refinery29.com, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for personable
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Adjective
  • The draft will be held in Green Bay, and the NFL always brings in collegians who figure to be taken high, so Commissioner Roger Goodell can be the gracious host and hug them after they’re picked.
    Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Rose was gracious as ever after his second straight time finishing second in a major, having lost out at Royal Troon last summer.
    Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Most of the week should be pleasant in the Baltimore area, with temperatures hovering in the upper 70s and low 80s before a chance of showers into the weekend.
    Todd Karpovich, Baltimore Sun, 22 Apr. 2025
  • On bord, the Norse flight attendants were pleasant and service was frequent.
    Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • After congratulating the pregnant women, the husband and wife turn their attention to a cheerful Aisha.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The relaxed fit keeps it comfortable for all-day wear, and the sunny shade adds a cheerful touch to otherwise neutral travel basics.
    Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Bringing in this charming, unpredictable element illustrates Rowlson-Hall’s approach to embracing life in all its beauty and complications.
    Laura Regensdorf, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Jacquemus Opens Los Angeles Boutique—Attendees For Opening Include Lori Harvey And Laura Harrier Nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, French fashion house Jacquemus has unveiled its new boutique within a charming rustic home.
    Mecca Pryor, Essence, 25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • And the honeycomb design isn’t just nice on the eyes.
    Nicol Natale, People.com, 22 Apr. 2025
  • Ice is not nice The ice at American Airlines Center was a huge problem in Game 2, with players on both teams falling down left and right.
    Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Today's must-shop deals ☕️ Chic kitchen upgrade: Save 33% on the prettiest Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker that our editors love.
    Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2025
  • Shoppers are flocking to airy dresses, breezy pants, pretty blouses, and more clothes.
    Isabel Garcia, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The cocktail consists of vanilla vodka, cherry brandy, sweet vermouth and a splash of Canada Dry.
    Dana Rose Falcone, People.com, 26 Apr. 2025
  • Delicately sweet figs balance the tang and sour bite of balsamic vinegar.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Insurance agents interested in gaining access to a modern next-gen STAR platform are welcome to apply directly through their user-friendly website.
    Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
  • The 22-year-old is undersized for the NFL, but his pass-catching abilities out of the backfield (108 receptions in four years at SMU) would be welcome in Indianapolis.
    James Boyd, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025

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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personable. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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