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affably

[/ˈæfəbli/]
adverb
afavelmente
1. In a friendly, pleasant, and approachable manner; with warmth and civility
The host affably greeted each guest at the door.
O anfitrião afavelmente saudou cada convidado na porta.
2. In a genial and easy-going way that puts others at ease
She affably answered all of their questions during the interview.
Ela afavelmente respondeu todas as perguntas deles durante a entrevista.
Synonyms
pleasantlywarmlygeniallyamicablycourteouslycordially
Antonyms
rudelybrusquelyharshlycoldlyunkindly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
afavelmente
Standard usage in Brazil
Portugal
afavelmente
Standard usage in Portugal
General Portuguese
de forma afável
Alternative periphrastic construction

Related Idioms & Phrases

with a smile on one's face
in good spirits
with open arms
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