Amicable

Pronunciation: /ˈæmɪkəbəl/

Definitions of amicable

adjective showing a polite and friendly desire to avoid disagreement and argument

Example Sentences

A1 They had an amicable conversation.

A2 The neighbors came to an amicable agreement about the property line.

B1 The amicable divorce settlement was a relief for both parties.

B2 The amicable relationship between the two countries led to successful trade negotiations.

C1 Despite their political differences, they maintained an amicable working relationship.

C2 The amicable resolution of the conflict was a testament to their diplomatic skills.

Examples of amicable in a Sentence

formal The two parties reached an amicable agreement after thorough negotiations.

informal They ended their relationship on amicable terms and remained friends.

slang They decided to part ways but kept it amicable.

figurative The sun and the moon had an amicable arrangement to take turns in the sky.

Grammatical Forms of amicable

• past tense: amicably
• plural: amicables
• comparative: more amicable
• superlative: most amicable
• present tense: amicable
• future tense: will be amicable
• perfect tense: has been amicable
• continuous tense: is being amicable
• singular: amicable
• positive degree: amicable
• infinitive: to be amicable
• gerund: amicably
• participle: amicably

Origin and Evolution of amicable

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'amicable' originated from the Latin word 'amicabilis' which means friendly or kind.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'amicable' has retained its original meaning of being friendly or kind, and is commonly used in English to describe relationships or agreements that are characterized by goodwill and lack of hostility.