adverb
- in a friendly, pleasant, and easy-to-talk-to manner
Examples
- The professor greeted each student affably as they entered the classroom.
- She spoke affably with her neighbors at the community meeting.
- The store manager handled the complaint affably, putting the customer at ease.
- He nodded affably to everyone he passed on his morning walk.
- The host welcomed guests affably, making them feel immediately comfortable.
- Despite being famous, the actor chatted affably with fans outside the theater.