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ACCOMMODATING

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Helpful in bringing about a harmonious adaptation

Example:

made a special effort to be accommodating

Synonyms:

accommodating; accommodative

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

complaisant; obliging (showing a cheerful willingness to do favors for others)

Also:

good-natured (having an easygoing and cheerful disposition)

helpful (providing assistance or serving a useful function)

kind (having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior)

Antonym:

unaccommodating (not accommodating)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Obliging; willing to do favors

Example:

made a special effort to be accommodating

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

helpful (providing assistance or serving a useful function)

 II. (verb) 

Sense 1

-ing form of the verb accommodate

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