congenial

adjective

kən-ˈjē-nē-əl How to pronounce congenial (audio)
Definition of congenialnext
1
as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses a couple relaxing in the congenial atmosphere of a luxury health spa

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2
as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action congenial traveling companions who made our tour of Italy even more enjoyable than we had anticipated

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Recent Examples of congenial Here was a more congenial setting for contemplating liberty than Paris or Port-au-Prince. — Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 4 May 2026 Insiders described the negotiations as congenial and collaborative, as the two sides reached a deal relatively quickly. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 May 2026 Don Bearden, who shows up later in the play as the now-elderly Pierre, is the perfect congenial host, sort of taking over for narrator Patrick. — Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026 Their easy-going harmonies, congenial wordplay and inventive hooks earned plenty of industry recognition. — Tom Roland, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for congenial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congenial
  1. pleasant
  2. compatible
  3. delightful
  4. unanimous
  5. enjoyable
  6. delicious
  7. nice
  8. pleasing
Adjective
  • Once the trailer made its way on TikTok, women flooded the comment sections in pleasant confusion, and their reactions did not disappoint.
    — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The briny, slightly sweet and smoky ham notes in these slices make for an enjoyable, pleasant bite — for those who love ham.
    — Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • Hot Wheels were originally designed to be compatible with Mattel’s signature orange tracks.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
  • The Type 055 destroyer carries 112 universal vertical launch cells, while the smaller Type 052D uses the same compatible launch system, allowing both classes to fire many of the same missiles.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
Definition of compatible
Adjective
  • For more than 36 years, the MX-5 Miata has stood as a delightful contradiction in the automotive world.
    — Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • It’s also especially suited for children, with one bedroom featuring bunk beds, a delightful rock-climbing wall, a play loft, and a surplus of toys.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 29 July 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Skoronski made first- or second-team All-Big Ten all three years in Evanston and became Northwestern’s first unanimous first-team All-American in 2022.
    — Teresa M. Walker, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
  • While the unanimous support from FDA advisors boded well for Moderna’s shot, the overall path to approval was treacherous and uncertain, even until the end.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of unanimous
Adjective
  • Overall, the experience was most enjoyable, and the views surprisingly good.
    — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Investing in breathable, water-repellent, and sun-protective clothing can make all the difference between an enjoyable hike and a challenging one.
    — Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • Start your day with a delicious coffee and a pastry—two things that locals take very seriously—at one of its many hip cafés (Hart Bakery is one of the best).
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • These cookies are not only delicious, but have a rich history, too.
    — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • Her parents were able to buy a nice home in the Seattle area for $300,000 and still afford different extracurricular activities for her and her siblings.
    — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The puffiness that may come with a little late-night partying when the weather is nice is no match for this serum's ability to de-puff eye bags.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of nice
Adjective
  • That’s changed over the last decade or so, but this 1940s property in Hither Hills is an authentic, and aesthetically pleasing, reminder of its older days.
    — Elise Taylor, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Directed by Bai Xue, the crowd-pleasing drama, released in China last month, stars Yeoh as a septuagenarian who discovers a late-life gift for speedcubing, or competitive puzzle-solving.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleasing

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