Definition

In a way that is pleasant or agreeable; in a manner that is easy to like.

Example

She spoke likably, making everyone feel comfortable and welcome.

Conversation

I really enjoyed that movie we watched last night.

Me too! The characters were so likably written.

Yeah, I felt like I could relate to them easily.

Exactly! It made the whole story feel more genuine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Likably → It is formed from "like" (from Old English *lician*, meaning to be pleasing or agreeable) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "likably" means in a manner that is pleasing or agreeable.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'pleasing' ('like') and doing it 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'likably' means to do something in a pleasing way.

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