Affable and Fussy

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Affable adjective - Having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations.

Usage example: as an experienced event planner, he knows that having an affable emcee is critical

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Fussy is an antonym for affable.

Nearby Words: affability, affably

Fussy adjective - Given to complaining a lot.

Usage example: predictably, the kids riding in the back were fussy passengers, always asking “Are we there yet?”

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Affable is an antonym for fussy.

Nearby Words: fuss, fussed, fussily, fussing

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