Amiable and Standoffish

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

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Standoffish is an antonym for amiable.

Nearby Words: amiability, amiably

Standoffish adjective - Having or showing a lack of friendliness or interest in others.

Usage example: she proved to be simply shy, not standoffish

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Amiable is an antonym for standoffish.

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