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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Friendliness & Good Nature

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
affable
affable
[Adjective]

easy to approach, and pleasant to talk to

Ex: The new manager was very affable, making it easy for everyone to approach him with questions. 
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amiable
amiable
[Adjective]

showing or having a likable and friendly personality

Ex: Her amiable personality made her popular among her colleagues. 
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amicable
amicable
[Adjective]

(of interpersonal relations) behaving with friendliness and without disputing

Ex: After the divorce, they agreed to split their assets in an amicable manner, avoiding any conflict. 
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amity
amity
[noun]

pleasant, friendly, and peaceful relations between individuals or nations

Ex: The two neighboring countries signed a treaty to promote amity and cooperation between their citizens. 
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camaraderie

a feeling of mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

Ex: The camaraderie among the teammates made every practice enjoyable. 
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convivial
convivial
[Adjective]

having a friendly, warm, or inviting manner or mood

Ex: The party had a convivial atmosphere, full of laughter and music. 
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geniality
geniality
[noun]

a warm, cheerful, and friendly manner that makes others feel comfortable and welcome

Ex: His geniality put everyone at ease during the meeting. 
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gregarious
gregarious
[Adjective]

(of people) delighted by the company of others

Ex: Sarah is known for her gregarious nature, always making friends wherever she goes. 
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jocose
jocose
[Adjective]

characterized by a playful, humorous, or jesting manner

Ex: His jocose nature always lightened the mood during staff meetings, making them more enjoyable. 
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coquettish
coquettish
[Adjective]

behaving in a playful, flirtatious way intended to attract attention or admiration

Ex: She gave him a coquettish smile across the room. 
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puckish
puckish
[Adjective]

playfully mischievous in a teasing or slightly troublesome way

Ex: He gave her a puckish grin before hiding her notebook. 
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rambunctious
rambunctious
[Adjective]

loud, energetic, and hard to control, often in a playful or wild way

Ex: The rambunctious kids ran through the house, laughing and shouting. 
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benign
benign
[Adjective]

friendly and not intended to harm or hurt others

Ex: The grandmother had a benign smile and welcoming hug for all the children. 
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jocular
jocular
[Adverb]

in a humorous or playful manner

Ex: He jocularly suggested they skip work and go to the beach. 
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jaunty
jaunty
[Adjective]

appearing cheerful, lively, and full of confidence

Ex: He walked into the room with a jaunty step. 
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comity
comity
[noun]

a condition of mutual respect, courtesy, and harmonious relations between people or groups

Ex: The negotiations were conducted in a spirit of comity. 
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chortle
chortle
[noun]

a muffled or partly suppressed laugh, usually expressing mild amusement

Ex: A chortle escaped her as she read the text message. 
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to regale
to regale
[Verb]

to entertain with stories or performances

Ex: She regaled her friends with tales of her travels around the world. 
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to beckon
to beckon
[Verb]

to gesture with a motion of the hand or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow

Ex: She often beckons her dog to join her for a walk in the park. 
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