Definition of amity Amity

/æˈmɪti/ - [atmitee] - Am•i•ty

We found 7 definitions of amity from 5 different sources.

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What does amity mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: amities

amity - a cordial disposition
  cordiality
  friendliness a friendly disposition
amity - a state of friendship and cordiality
  peace a treaty to cease hostilities; "peace came on November 11th"
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • amity (Noun)
    friendship. The cooperative and supportive relationship between people, or animals. In this sense, the term connotes a relationship which involves mutual knowledge, esteem, affection, and respect along with a degree of rendering service to friends in times of need or crisis.
  • amity (Noun)
    Mutual understanding and a peaceful relationship, especially between nations; peace; accord.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • amity (n.)
    Friendship, in a general sense, between individuals, societies, or nations; friendly relations; good understanding; as, a treaty of amity and commerce; the amity of the Whigs and Tories.

Chambers DictionaryChamber's 20th Century Dictionary 📕

  • amity
    am′i-ti, n. friendship: good-will. [Fr. amitiéami—L. amicitia, friendship, amicus, a friend. See Amicable.]

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