personable
adjective
per·son·able
ˈpərs-nə-bəl 
ˈpər-sə-nə-bəl
: pleasant or amiable in person : attractive
personableness
noun
Examples of personable in a Sentence
The hostess was very personable.
He is a personable young man.
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Paula Mejía, The Atlantic, 20 Mar. 2025
Founder and principal Jessica Lagrange is known for her vibrant and personable manner, perceptive insights, and collaborative approach to design—qualities that account for the outstanding caliber and cohesive nature of the JLI team.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 17 Mar. 2025
Retired at 61, Quesnel has been traveling to Clavet’s quirky Canadian community every winter for the eight years he’s been dating the personable owner’s Mom.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
The flight attendants, in their cheery purple uniforms, were friendly and personable, constantly offering beverages and snacks.
—Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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“Personable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personable. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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personable
adjective
per·son·able
ˈpərs-nə-bəl
-ᵊn-ə-bəl
: pleasing in appearance or manner
personableness
noun
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