friendly

/ˈfrɛndli/
noun
  1. A game or match that is not part of a serious competition; an exhibition game.
    • The soccer team played a friendly against a club from another country.
    • The coach used the friendly to test new players.
    • We watched a friendly between the two local teams last weekend.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Kind, pleasant, and helpful toward others; like a friend.
    • The dog was very friendly and wagged its tail at everyone.
    • The friendly neighbor offered to water our plants while we were away.
    • She gave me a friendly smile as I walked in.
  2. Not harmful or threatening; easy to use or deal with.
    • The teacher created a friendly classroom environment for shy students.
    • This website has a friendly interface that is easy to navigate.
    • They use eco-friendly packaging for all their products.
  3. (of a relationship or competition) not hostile; amicable.
    • The two companies have a friendly rivalry that pushes them to improve.
    • It was just a friendly argument, not a real fight.
    • They ended the meeting on a friendly note.