Synonyms of friendly
18 similar words · 6 opposite words
Another word for friendly is familiar. Other synonyms of friendly are amiable, genial, matey, personable and congenial. The opposite of friendly is hostile.
Synonyms and similar words for friendly
adjectiveGenerally warm, approachable and easy to relate with in character.
- chummyFriendly.
adjectiveInviting, characteristic of friendliness.
- familiarIntimate or friendly.
adverbIn a friendly manner; like a friend.
- amicablyFriendly; in an amicable manner.
- friendlilyIn a friendly manner; like a friend; warmly; kindly.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- affectionate
- amiableFriendly; kind; sweet; gracious.
- bonhomousGood-natured; full of bonhomie.
- amicableShowing friendliness or goodwill.
- companionableHaving the characteristics of a worthy companion; friendly and sociable.
- congenialFriendly or sociable.
- cordial
- facile
- genialFriendly and cheerful; enlivening.
- hospitable
- mateySociable or friendly.
- personableOf a person: having a pleasant manner; amiable, friendly.
- simpatico
- welcomingHospitable, accessible and cordial.
Opposite of friendly
adjectiveMore antonyms
- hostileNot friendly; appropriate to an enemy; showing the disposition of an enemy; showing ill will and malevolence or a...
- unfriendlyNot friendly; hostile; mean.
- non-friendly
- nonfriendlyNot friendly.
- brusque
- standoffishAloof; reserved; unsociable and unfriendly.
Meaning of friendly
- adjective Generally warm, approachable and easy to relate with in character.
- adjective Inviting, characteristic of friendliness.
- adjective Having an easy or accepting relationship with something.
friendly in other languages
Questions about synonyms of friendly
- What is another word for friendly?
- Friendly has 18 synonyms on Word.ws, such as familiar, amiable, genial, matey, personable, congenial, companionable and welcoming.
- What is the opposite of friendly?
- The opposite of friendly is hostile. Other antonyms of friendly are unfriendly and standoffish.
- What does friendly mean?
- Friendly means generally warm, approachable and easy to relate with in character.
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