Describes a manner or method that is calm, non-confrontational, and avoids causing trouble or offense. Often used in the adverbial form 穏便に.
The problem was resolved amicably.
穏便な方法で話し合いましょう。
Let's discuss this in a peaceable manner.
Used adverbially to mean doing something without making a scene, keeping things low-key, or handling a matter discreetly. Often appears as 穏便に.
彼は穏便にその場を去った。
He quietly left the scene without making a fuss.
The boss tried to settle the trouble quietly, without making a fuss.
The company handled the complaint discreetly and without conflict.
Both sides hoped for an amicable resolution.
He tried to conduct the negotiations smoothly, without friction.