Take a Compliment: Words to Describe a Friend

He seems affable enough, and he’s always been such a good friend. New York Times (Apr 26, 2017)

Bill is a very nice fellow, amiable and full of knowledge, experienced on mountain trails, and with the inestimable bonus that he is a gifted orthopedic surgeon—just what you want in a dangerous wilderness. A Walk in the Woods

Replacing him will be a group effort, one now led by a chatty, amicable and confident third-year pro who is intent on making sure his ego doesn’t get in the way. Seattle Times (May 22, 2019)

Taro laughs louder, sighing at the end like he finds himself incredibly amusing. Starfish

Our street was a quiet one, with respectful neighbors who were friendly, attentive, and churchgoing on Sundays. March Forward, Girl

“I’m very conscious of trying to create compassionate, caring, tolerant global citizens who are empowered and benevolent,” he says. Washington Post (Jul 15, 2016)

I’d tried always to bring the most calm and open part of myself to these meetings, to lend my own strength by being caring and present, sitting quietly on the riverbed of other people’s pain. Becoming

She was compassionate and kind, and she and my mom became good friends, even though they couldn’t communicate well. How Dare the Sun Rise

"He was very charming, very nice, and very considerate and very easy to work for," she said. Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia

She was exceedingly fond of Telemachus, not only because he was her dear Odysseus’ son, but because he was a sober, discreet young man, steady and prudent and dependable. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes

He just sort of hovers around us, and since Erin and I are pretty easygoing people, we don’t really mind, but we start to get curious. Boy21

Habitually putting himself in other people’s shoes, he was in his private life charming and engaging, generous and genuinely empathetic. Seabiscuit: An American Legend

Through all his misfortunes they were faithful to him. Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes

He was at his kindest and most genial, setting the woman at her ease. Murder on the Orient Express

“My nephew wouldn’t lie. He’s honest as the day is long. Perhaps you just misunderstood, Lester.” Moon Over Manifest

They were my two closest friends, so loyal and loving. How Dare the Sun Rise

Sometime that afternoon I saw the first specimen of what would become a dear, reliable friend of mine. Life of Pi

She was the middle child, stuck between adorable Finn and responsible Chess—sometimes she just needed something to be all hers. The Strangers

Working with his brother Garrett, the selfless 8-year-old collects gift cards to help those who need food, prepares small meals for other kids, and renders other considerate services. Fox News (Aug 1, 2020)

He wrote, “When I find a husband for you who is rich enough to satisfy me, you will be released from my Olga. Until then, I urge you to be, as always, my stalwart daughter.” Ella Enchanted

She was nice enough—frank, sincere, and sympathetic. Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution

One afternoon, I visited the office of a friendly, thoughtful man named Art Sussman, who was the in-house legal counsel for the University of Chicago. Becoming

"Don't forget loyal and trustworthy—you've got me sounding like the perfect Boy Scout." Things Not Seen

Now I’d be more like a normal American teenage girl, except for my accent, but that was something Jennifer insisted was part of what made me unique and more interesting. The Red Umbrella

The pastor is saying something about Charlie’s vivacious and intense personality. Please Ignore Vera Dietz