Main Entry:

con·viv·ial

Pronunciation:

\kən-ˈviv-yəl, -ˈvi-vē-əl\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Late Latin convivialis, from Latin convivium banquet, from com- + vivere to live — more at quick

Date:

circa 1668

: relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company <a convivial host> <a convivial gathering>

— con·viv·i·al·i·ty \-ˌvi-vē-ˈa-lə-tē\ noun

— con·viv·ial·ly \-ˈviv-yə-lē, -ˈvi-vē-ə-lē\ adverb