convivially
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Definition
- Adverb:
- In a friendly, lively, and enjoyable manner: "Convivially" describes an action done in a way that is sociable, festive, and marked by jovial companionship.
Usage
The adverb "convivially" is used to modify a verb, describing how an action is performed. It indicates that the action is done with a spirit of good-fellowship and cheerful friendliness. - It typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of a clause. - It is a formal word often found in descriptive writing.
Examples
- Modifying a verb of speech:
- He chatted convivially with his neighbors over the garden fence.
- "Let's go and have a drink," she said convivially.
- Modifying a verb of action or state:
- The two old friends sat convivially by the fireplace, sharing stories.
- Guests mingled convivially at the reception.
Advanced Usage
- "to dine convivially": to share a meal in a very sociable and cheerful atmosphere.
- The team dined convivially to celebrate their success.
Variants and Related Words
- Convivial (adjective): friendly, lively, and enjoyable.
- The party had a convivial atmosphere.
- Conviviality (noun): the quality of being friendly and lively; friendliness.
- The evening was filled with laughter and conviviality.
Synonyms
- Sociably: in a friendly, companionable manner.
- Genially: in a friendly and cheerful manner.
- Amiably: in a pleasant and friendly way.
- Jovially: in a cheerful and friendly manner.
Antonyms
- Antisocially: in a way that avoids the company of others.
- Hostilely: in an unfriendly or antagonistic way.
- Gloomily: in a depressed or melancholic manner.
Adverb
- in a convivial manner
- `Let's go and have a drink,' she said convivially