convivial
/kən'viviəl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Friendly, lively, and enjoyable; characterized by or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company: Describes an atmosphere, event, or person that is festive, sociable, and marked by jovial companionship.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- The party had a wonderfully convivial atmosphere.
- She is known for her convivial nature, always making guests feel welcome.
- We spent a convivial evening chatting and laughing with old friends.
Advanced Usage
- "Convivial spirit": Refers to a prevailing mood of friendliness and festive enjoyment within a group.
- The convivial spirit of the gathering made everyone feel at ease.
- "Convivial host": Describes a person who excels at creating a warm, welcoming, and sociable environment for guests.
- He is a convivial host who ensures all his parties are memorable.
Variants and Related Words
- Conviviality (noun): The quality of being convivial; sociable and festive enjoyment.
- The conviviality of the event was infectious.
- Convivialist (noun, rare): A person devoted to convivial enjoyment and social activities.
Synonyms
- Sociable: Enjoying the company of others; friendly.
- Jovial: Cheerful and friendly.
- Festive: Having or producing happy and enjoyable feelings suitable for a festival or celebration.
- Genial: Friendly and cheerful.
Antonyms
- Unsocial: Not seeking or enjoying the company of others.
- Hostile: Unfriendly; antagonistic.
- Somber: Dark or dull in color or tone; gloomy.
- Solitary: Done or existing alone.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "In convivial company": While in the presence of friendly, cheerful companions.
- He is always at his best in convivial company.
- "A convivial occasion": An event characterized by festivity and good fellowship.
- The wedding was a truly convivial occasion.
Adjective
- occupied with or fond of the pleasures of good company
- a convivial atmosphere at the reunion
- a woman of convivial nature
- he was a real good-time Charlie