bonhomie
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
Borrowed from French bonhomie; from bonhomme (“good-natured man”); from bon (“good”) + homme (“man”).
[edit] Noun
bonhomie (uncountable)
- Geniality; friendliness; a pleasant, friendly, good-natured manner; an affable and approachable disposition; frank and simple good-heartedness.
- Friendly atmosphere; an atmosphere of good cheer.
[edit] Synonyms
(friendliness):
- friendliness, geniality
- See also Wikisaurus:affectionate
(good cheer):
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[edit] Translations
friendly atmosphere
