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
Smart, savvy, personable, and knows when to kick it into high gear and when to blend in with the pack.
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Dalton Ross, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025
This makes conversations feel more personable and natural.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 21 Jan. 2025
These innovations allow franchisees and employees to focus on more complex and personable work, like connecting with clients and ensuring the highest standard for products or services are met.
—Pete First, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Working for O’Connell, one of the sport’s most personable head coaches, has further impacted Flores — even on the home front.
—Michael Silver, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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Dalton Ross, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025
This makes conversations feel more personable and natural.
—Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 21 Jan. 2025
These innovations allow franchisees and employees to focus on more complex and personable work, like connecting with clients and ensuring the highest standard for products or services are met.
—Pete First, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
Working for O’Connell, one of the sport’s most personable head coaches, has further impacted Flores — even on the home front.
—Michael Silver, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for personable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for personable
Adjective
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The Mallard Lounge epitomizes the après-ski tradition, providing a gracious transition from active days to relaxed evenings.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Mina, worried about her young kids doing the math about her long, grueling commute, cautiously accepts Alma’s gracious offer.—
Manuel Betancourt,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The keyboard itself is pleasant enough to type on, with moderate feedback while avoiding the squishy feel some budget systems have.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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From the point of view of Paul, Weiss, having to strike this arrangement wasn’t pleasant, but the price was tolerable.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Leaders who rely too heavily on a cheerful facade risk creating a culture where pressing issues go unaddressed.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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Save: La Santa Open for lunch and dinner, this restaurant offers tacos, enchiladas, and other Mexican favorites in a cheerful, modern space.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The music and themes make this one of the more charming live-action adaptations in a while.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
20 Mar. 2025
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It’s made from weather-resistant aluminum that looks better with age, and the delicate floral scrollwork provides charming details.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This is a nice improvement, though short of Apple's 10-hour estimate.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
29 Mar. 2025
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Women can wear a nice top and skirt, a knee-length or midi dress, or a suit.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Always angling to be the good daughter, the obedient one, the ladylike one, the prettier one.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
22 Mar. 2025
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In a recent Instagram Reel promoting her show, Magnolia Table, Gaines wore three blouses with the same pretty detail: puff sleeves, to be exact.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Foreman retired from the sweet science for good in 1997.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2025
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Insomnia Cookies is the cult favorite bakery known for serving up warm, gooey cookies and other sweet treats around the clock.—
Tiffani Jackson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And on the bayside beaches, feel free to bring your furry family members along for the fun; dogs are welcome in these areas.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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To keep things on theme, a basket bag is always welcome in the mix.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/personable. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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