Main Entry: con·ge·nial

Pronunciation: \kən-ˈjē-nē-əl, -ˈjēn-yəl\

Function: adjective

Etymology: com- + genius

Date: circa 1625

1 : having the same nature, disposition, or tastes : kindred <congenial companions>
2 a : existing or associated together harmoniously b : pleasant; especially : agreeably suited to one's nature, tastes, or outlook <a congenial atmosphere> c : sociable, genial <a congenial host>

— con·ge·nial·i·ty \-ˌjē-nē-ˈa-lə-tē, -ˌjēn-ˈya-\ noun

— con·ge·nial·ly \-ˈjē-nē-ə-lē, -ˈjēn-yə-\ adverb