amicable discussion
Cordial verbal exchange
An amicable discussion is a conversation conducted in a friendly, cooperative spirit rather than with hostility or antagonism.
The phrase typically describes talks between parties who might otherwise be adversaries—divorcing spouses, business partners splitting up, or nations in dispute: After months of tension, they finally sat down for an amicable discussion about custody arrangements.
- civilMinimally polite
- cordialWarmly friendly manner
- friendlyShowing kindness, warmth
- politeShowing good manners
- heart to heartCandid intimate discussion
conversation · dialogue · open dialogue · negotiation · peace talks · chat · talk · clear the air · harmonious · peaceful · respectful · mutual respect · understanding · compromise · meet halfway · common ground · agreeable · constructive
amicable discussionheated argument
Intense verbal conflict
shouting match · sharp words · verbal sparring · verbal abuse · cold war
amicable discussionwar of words
Prolonged public argument
stalemate · impasse · deadlock · cold shoulder · stonewalling
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