bonhomie
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- bonhomous adjective
Etymology
Origin of bonhomie
First recorded in 1795–1805; from French, equivalent to bonhomme “good-natured man” ( boon 2, Homo ) + -ie -y 3
Example Sentences
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Mr. Sottile’s Johnny exudes a warm bonhomie, embracing Linda and Ned’s smoldering rebelliousness, but also showing sincere affection for Julia, whom Ms. Griggs makes likable despite her overweening ambition.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
But such information would only have puzzled Trump and complicated the shamrock bonhomie, and Vance — a Roman Catholic convert, after all — beamed in silence from the sofa.
From Salon • Mar. 16, 2025
It’s a superlative biodoc fueled by how effortlessly O’Brien radiates the soulful bonhomie we want to imagine courses through all those dedicated to a life in art.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2025
Analysts say it will be interesting to see if the bonhomie between the two men will help overcome concerns about trade and immigration.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2025
Phillips floated along contentedly in Louie’s chatty bonhomie; Louie liked Phillips’s quiet steadiness, and thought him the kindest person he’d ever met.
From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand
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