as in friendship
kindly concern, interest, or support
the family was overwhelmed by the friendliness of the welcoming committee
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as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
all of the people in my new department seem friendly as a friendly gesture, we presented our new neighbors with a plate of homemade cookies
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as in familiar
closely acquainted
we're friendly with our neighbors
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as in positive
expressing approval
a friendly sign that our pet project would be approved
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as in obliging
willing to do a favor
a kid-friendly restaurant with high chairs and a special menu for small-fry appetites
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as in helpful
promoting or contributing to personal or social well-being
the state's attitude towards commercial development is widely regarded as friendly to the business community
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as in friendlily
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as in intimate
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Recent Examples of friendliness
Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Jan. 2025
Because of this—and because of its user-friendliness and accessibility—AI will continue to shape all industries.
—Fahad Qadir, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Devan Díaz, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
There is a legacy out there of bad harvests and tough winters that by some alchemy brings out the best in people, reminds them to be friendly and kind, and put others first.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
F. Martin Ralph, Scientific American, 19 Aug. 2022
Midtown offices offers an excellent view — especially of the giant purple robot and friendly-looking hot dog that are waving from behind skyscrapers.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 28 July 2022
Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Double-header friendlies against Brazil, China and the Republic of Ireland, and a one-off against Canada, will provide another 630 minutes to study.
—Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for friendliness
Noun
Aqueous Na-ion and Zn-ion batteries stand out for their safety, environmental friendliness, and cost-effectiveness due to abundant materials and water-based electrolytes.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 25 Jan. 2025
Because of this—and because of its user-friendliness and accessibility—AI will continue to shape all industries.
—Fahad Qadir, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
The doorman is very friendly and asks if there’s a party going on.
—Devan Díaz, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
There is a legacy out there of bad harvests and tough winters that by some alchemy brings out the best in people, reminds them to be friendly and kind, and put others first.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
Adverb
Wednesday had a friendly-looking cloud and a few raindrops, and Thursday had a dark, threatening cloud with heavier drops.
—F. Martin Ralph, Scientific American, 19 Aug. 2022
Midtown offices offers an excellent view — especially of the giant purple robot and friendly-looking hot dog that are waving from behind skyscrapers.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 28 July 2022
Noun
His last unofficial game for the club was their next friendly against Chelsea.
—Guillermo Rai, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Double-header friendlies against Brazil, China and the Republic of Ireland, and a one-off against Canada, will provide another 630 minutes to study.
—Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for friendliness
Adjective
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While the white oak shelves and tin ceiling create a beautiful space, my staff and I have worked hard to cultivate a warm and inviting environment for everyone.—
American Booksellers Association,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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In many regions, spring weather can fluctuate between cold and dry to warm and slightly humid.—
Cierra Black,
Essence,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In addition to its brand new placements, OVO also returns to a familiar home: the Official Physical Albums chart.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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In so doing, Francis' steps did not always follow familiar paths.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Just imagine how positive so many of Harvard’s alumni, partners, faculty, and current students must feel due to the position taken by the University.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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One outcome of stigma exploitation is value reversal, showing that something negative can become positive.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The obliging royalty would lift their hems and give the crowd a glimpse of their sneakers and cowboy boots.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
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It was perfectly weighted for an obliging Diaz, who gratefully tapped it in from just outside the six-yard box.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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While many are helpful for blocking ads, finding the best deals or checking grammar errors, some can end up doing more harm than good.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Also a kitchen scale or coffee scale is helpful for precise measurements of both grounds and water.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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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
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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
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Famous detective Sherlock Holmes faces a case where the lives of his closest friends are at risk.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
17 Apr. 2025
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Sign up for our weekly newsletter that goes beyond the livestream, offering a closer look at the trends and figures shaping the ETF market.—
Eric Rosenbaum,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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Two women in the crowd sporting red Trump caps appeared to be outnumbered by audience members who took a more favorable stance toward Casten and the Democrats.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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But Apple will still incur additional costs from tariffs on India until that country tries to negotiate a more favorable trade deal.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Friendliness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/friendliness. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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