amiableness

Example Sentences

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If he was lenient it was the error of amiableness.

From Abraham Lincoln A Memorial Discourse by Eddy, Thomas Mears

But from the amiableness of his heart, when carnage ceased, his humanity spread over the field like the refreshing zephyrs of a summer's evening.

From "Old Put" The Patriot by Ober, Frederick Albion

In her personal appearance Elizabeth was stately and majestic, but by no means remarkable for her beauty, or amiableness of temper.

From Nature and Culture by Rice, Harvey

It expresses the utmost degree of amiableness, joined with an idea, which perhaps all tenderness includes, of feebleness, softness, and want of protection.

From Notes to Shakespeare, Volume III: The Tragedies by Sherbo, Arthur

The amiableness and dignity of Madame La Fayette forced respect from the bloodthirsty Jacobins who ultimately released her.

From Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution by Judson, L. Carroll