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What are derivatives for the latin word amicus?

The Latin word "amicus" (meaning "friend") doesn't have many direct derivatives in English. However, it's the root of several words, some of which are more common than others:

* Amiable: Friendly, pleasant, and easy to get along with.

* Amicable: Friendly and peaceful, typically used to describe a situation or relationship.

* Amity: Friendship, harmony, and goodwill.

* Amorous: Showing, feeling, or relating to romantic love.

* Enemy: This word actually comes from the Latin "inimicus," meaning "not friendly."

While these are the most common derivatives, there are a few less common ones like "amicitia" (meaning "friendship") and "amice" (meaning "a vestment worn by priests and deacons").

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