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amity

/ˈæm.ɪ.ti/
am · i · ty
Adverb:amiably
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Plural:amities
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Adjective:amiable
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• noun

1

A state of friendly, peaceful, and harmonious relations, especially between nations, communities, or groups.

Example

"The historic treaty fostered a lasting spirit of amity and cooperation between the two neighboring countries."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Amity' should not be confused with its direct opposite, 'enmity' (deep-seated hostility or hatred), nor with 'amenity' (a desirable or useful feature of a place). It is primarily used in formal contexts to describe peaceful relations between nations or groups rather than personal friendships.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 15th century from Old French 'amiste' (modern French 'amitié'), which derives from Vulgar Latin '*amicitatem' and Classical Latin 'amicus' (friend), sharing the same root 'amare' (to love) as 'amiable' and 'amicable'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Amity. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/amity
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