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   friendly

   /ˈfrɛn(d)li/

   adjective

   • 1. kind and pleasant: "they were friendly to me" Similar affectionateaffableamiablegenialcongenialcordialwarmdemonstrativeconvivialcompanionablecompany-lovingsociablegregariousoutgoingclubbablecomradelyneighbourlyhospitableapproachableeasy to get along withaccessiblecommunicativeopenunreservedeasy-goinggood-naturedkindlybenignamenableagreeableobligingsympatheticwell disposedbenevolentcouthyinformal:chummypallyclubbymateydecentbuddy-buddyrare:conversableamicablecongenialcordialpleasantgood-naturedeasycasualinformalunceremoniouscomradelyconfidentialcloseintimatefamiliarpeaceablepeacefulconciliatoryharmoniousnon-hostileOpposite unfriendlyhostile
   • ▪ (of a person) on good or affectionate terms: "I was friendly with one of the local farmers"
   • ▪ (of relations) not in conflict: "we want friendly relations with all countries"
   • ▪ not seriously or unpleasantly competitive or divisive: "friendly rivalry between the two schools"
   • ▪ (of a game or match) not forming part of a serious competition.
   • 2. denoting something that is adapted for or is not harmful to a specified thing: "an environment-friendly agronomic practice"
   • 3. favourable or serviceable: "no one noticed her as she slipped out—it was a friendly night" Similar favourableadvantageousbeneficialbenevolenthelpfulwell disposedgoodluckyprovidentialOpposite unfavourable
   • 4. (of troops or equipment) of, belonging to, or allied with one's own forces: "the risk of blowing up friendly forces is minimized"

   noun

   • 1. a game or match that does not form part of a serious competition: British "England will play two friendlies in Sardinia"

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   The meaning of FRIENDLY is of, relating to, or befitting a friend. How to use friendly in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Friendly.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishFRIENDLY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   FRIENDLY definition: 1. behaving in a pleasant, kind way towards someone: 2. A friendly place is pleasant and makes you…. Learn more.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishfriendly adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   adjective. /ˈfrendli/ (comparative friendlier, superlative friendliest) behaving in a kind and pleasant way because you like somebody or want to help them. a warm and friendly person. The bar is great and the staff are friendly. friendly toward (s) somebody Everyone was very friendly towards me.

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   Friendly definition: characteristic of or befitting a friend; showing friendship. See examples of FRIENDLY used in a sentence.

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   Friendly, describes people who are kind, caring, and make you feel comfortable. You might be new to town, but the people are so friendly that you'll soon feel right at home.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishFRIENDLY | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   FRIENDLY definition: 1. behaving in a pleasant, kind way towards someone: 2. to know and like someone: 3. a sports…. Learn more.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › friendlyFriendly - definition of friendly by The Free Dictionary

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   1. showing or expressing liking, goodwill, or trust: a friendly smile. 2. on the same side; not hostile. 3. tending or disposed to help or support; favourable: a friendly breeze helped them escape. n, pl -lies.

9. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryFRIENDLY definition in American English | Collins English ...

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   If someone is friendly, they behave in a pleasant, kind way, and like to be with other people. Godfrey had been friendly to me. ...a man with a pleasant, friendly face.

10. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › friendlyfriendly | meaning of friendly in Longman Dictionary of...

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    friendly meaning, definition, what is friendly: behaving towards someone in a way that s...: Learn more.

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    Friendly Definition. Like, characteristic of, or suitable for a friend, friends, or friendship; kindly. Not hostile; amicable. Outgoing and pleasant in social relations. A friendly clerk. Favorably disposed; not antagonistic. A government friendly to our interests. Supporting; helping; favorable.