amenable
Translation
amenable, cooperative, receptive
Examples
She was amenable to the suggestion.
She was amenable to the suggestion.
The problem is not amenable to a simple solution.
The problem is not amenable to a simple solution.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) amenable ((to sth.)) to be willing to accept (sth.). She was amenable to the suggestion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cooperative, compliant, receptive; Antonyms: uncooperative, recalcitrant
Etymology
From Old French 'amener' (to lead to). Imagine being 'led' to an idea.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Amen-able' - able to say 'amen' (yes) to something.