amenable
Translation
amenable, compliant, responsive, susceptible
Examples
She is amenable to new ideas.
She is amenable to new ideas.
The problem is amenable to a simple solution.
The problem is amenable to a simple solution.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) is amenable ((to sth.)) to be willing to accept or be influenced by a suggestion She is amenable to new ideas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compliant, cooperative, responsive; Antonyms: uncooperative, resistant
Etymology
From Old French 'amener' (to bring to), from 'a-' (to) + 'mener' (to lead). Literally 'able to be led'.
Memory Tips
Think 'amen-able' – someone who is able to say 'Amen!' to a suggestion, meaning they agree.