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
Pining for a personable gent who just wants to make a positive change in the world?
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EW.com, 29 Oct. 2024
The season lost a smart, fun, personable player in Kishan.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
The stylish, personable star of USA Track & Field set numerous world records and won six Olympic medals, including three golds.
—Melissa Lockard, The Athletic, 18 July 2024
Authenticity is rare, and people truly appreciate a person who can be knowledgeable, personable and authentic.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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EW.com, 29 Oct. 2024
The season lost a smart, fun, personable player in Kishan.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
The stylish, personable star of USA Track & Field set numerous world records and won six Olympic medals, including three golds.
—Melissa Lockard, The Athletic, 18 July 2024
Authenticity is rare, and people truly appreciate a person who can be knowledgeable, personable and authentic.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for personable
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In addition to seeing her parents move into the gracious gift, Cooper already has a big year ahead of her.Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
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Be a gracious host and make your guests feel as comfortable as possible with these simple bed-making tips.Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
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Nissan's Zero Gravity seats up front make the area a pleasant place to spend a day.David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
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Romy ping-pongs between a glassy-chic Manhattan apartment and a pleasant, sprawling house that’s just a short, enviable drive from the city.Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 25 Dec. 2024
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Home with help from the Carters Tara Morgan’s cottage is a cheerful yellow with a red door.Danielle Dreilinger, The Tennessean, 29 Dec. 2024
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In another, Moo Deng's keeper gives her a tender face rub to a cheerful tune.Ari Daniel, NPR, 27 Dec. 2024
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From his early days charming audiences as a contestant on The X Factor to fronting the beloved Irish group Shillelagh Law, Leonard has proven himself as a versatile artist with a knack for storytelling and an undeniable stage presence.SPIN Contributor, SPIN, 20 Dec. 2024
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And inside the charming Laurel Canyon home of Aurora James, a contemporary conservatory shower awaits in the primary bathroom.Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 19 Dec. 2024
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Houston has a nice mixture of young players with some star-level veterans, all working together toward a common goal.David Faris, Newsweek, 29 Dec. 2024
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If your Christmas tree is missing a present, these gifts will keep you on the nice list.Simon Hill, WIRED, 28 Dec. 2024
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The pretty packaging features illustrations inspired by the plants from Kew’s historical archives.Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Opt for a liquid hand soap in a pretty bottle or use a refillable dispenser to add an elegant touch to your countertop.Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2024
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The finish is long and sweet with lingering spice notes.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
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From fun, quirky dips to sweet, tangy cake frostings and cheesecakes to cheesy sausage balls, cream cheese runs the gamut from sweet to savory Southern recipes.Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
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As a bonus, annual pass holders are welcome to add a plus one to their cabin and can swap that person out throughout the year.Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 21 Dec. 2024
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The update, coming almost two weeks after al-Assad fled the country, was welcome.Tony Hunter, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2024
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personable. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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