bon·ho·mie noun alsobon·hom·mie\ˈbänəˌmē, ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷\ (-s) Etymology: French bonhomie (formerly bonhommie), from bonhomme good-natured man (from bon good + homme man, from Latin homo) + -ie -y — more at bonny, homage : good-natured easy friendliness : warm open geniality : atmosphere of good cheer < Christmas bonhomie > < the bonhomie of a fraternity reunion > < an undying bonhomie radiated from her — Jean Stafford >