Amenable
/əˈmiː.nə.bəl/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled.
The committee was amenable to changing the meeting date to accommodate more members.
Willful; liable to be brought to account; answerable.
She is amenable to the laws of her country and readily complies with regulations.
Capable of being acted upon in a particular way; susceptible.
The patient was amenable to treatment and followed all medical advice diligently.
Etymology
Early 17th century: from French 'aménable', from 'amener' meaning 'bring to' (from Latin 'ad-' + 'minare').
Common Phrases and Expressions
amenable to
Open to being influenced or persuaded.
amenable disposition
A tendency to be willing to act or agree.
Related Words
amend
To make changes or improvements to something.
amenity
A desirable or useful feature or facility.
Slang Meanings
Chill with flexibility.
He's pretty amenable, you can change the plans at any time.
Go with the flow.
If you suggest a place to eat, I'm amenable to whatever.