as in social
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
the hiking club attracts a wide range of convivial people who share a love of the outdoors
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Recent Examples of convivial
The rate includes seven meals, served in the convivial restaurant carriage, that showcase local ingredients and wines.
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Alesandra Dubin, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
Not all episodes are so convivial.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
In fact, natural is the word to sum up Chapman, a host who, like Artie Bucco, could be described as warm and convivial, who rarely fails to ask piercing questions devoid of cliches and has a relaxed but authoritative style.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 17 Aug. 2025
Set alongside the Dora River, its architecture blends history with wellness—complemented by an inviting spa and a convivial atmosphere.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
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Alesandra Dubin, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
Not all episodes are so convivial.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
In fact, natural is the word to sum up Chapman, a host who, like Artie Bucco, could be described as warm and convivial, who rarely fails to ask piercing questions devoid of cliches and has a relaxed but authoritative style.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 17 Aug. 2025
Set alongside the Dora River, its architecture blends history with wellness—complemented by an inviting spa and a convivial atmosphere.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convivial
Adjective
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Their contempt for freedom and social order trades the politics of reason and persuasion—Charlie's life's work—for the false politics of violence and murder.—
Brooke L. Rollins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Reverend William Barber II, is a pastor and social justice activist who was once invited to discuss with Kirk the role of religion in public life, though that discussion didn't materialize.—
Michel Martin,
NPR,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The two will face off in the November election in a race to replace outgoing Mayor Mike Duggan, who is campaigning for Michigan governor as an independent in the 2026 election.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The neighbor, according to a search warrant reviewed by Forbes, was an outgoing inventory management specialist at the Quantico, Virginia, headquarters of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS).—
Thomas Brewster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As temperatures drop and outdoor conditions become less hospitable, pests start looking for warmth within our homes.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Sep. 2025
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The practice also offers a calm, welcoming environment where doctors have time to be hospitable, offering patients coffee and snacks.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This triumphant greeting was followed by multiple friendly handshakes, a cordial pat or two on the arm, and a companionable stride past an enfilade of American F-22 fighter jets at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.—
Susan B. Glasser,
New Yorker,
15 Aug. 2025
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Not just the comfortable, companionable silences but the ones that carry weight.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
Adjective
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Rather, this is merely one more reflection of how Iger has long sought to position Disney as a family-friendly, classic Americana brand with appeal across all sides while eschewing blatantly divisive programming.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
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The result is a more stable, income-friendly sector—even if production growth is less dramatic.—
Robert Rapier,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Convivial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convivial. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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