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 And while people are pressed close together, the mood of the train is largely congenial. — Charlotte Observer, 22 Aug. 2026 Meaning, connecting deeply with the audience to the point of a congenial fracture of time and space. — Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 July 2026 Even when his final Kings season collapsed around him, Hiller maintained a professional, even congenial, relationship with media members, and that can serve him well in the cauldron that is Toronto. — Eric Stephens, New York Times, 17 June 2026 But in a group setting, even a congenial one, one’s attention is necessarily divided. — Gary Belsky, Fortune, 8 May 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
  • Afternoons should be mild and mostly sunny, with lower humidity making outdoor plans more pleasant.
    — Newsroom Meteorologist, Austin American Statesman, 2 Nov. 2026
  • As Los Angeles became more crowded and less pleasant a place to live, the high-handedness of Southern California developers and officialdom occasionally got those hands slapped.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of pleasant
Adjective
  • The suite is designed to run efficiently across a range of compatible hardware.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 31 Oct. 2026
  • As a fun bonus, the lids are also compatible with dry-erase markers for easy labeling and date-keeping in the fridge.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of compatible
Adjective
  • The orange zest added into the frosting adds a bit of brightness that punches up this delightful dessert.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Together the duo enjoy scaring themselves into a teeth-chattering but delightful evening.
    — Liz Rosenberg, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of delightful
Adjective
  • Those running for the board have diverse backgrounds and varying ideas, but also near-unanimous agreement that district leaders need to do more to meet the basic needs of students struggling to pursue their higher education goals.
    — Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The Gary Common Council passed the airport, salaries and general budgets in unanimous 8-0 votes Tuesday night.
    — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of unanimous
Adjective
  • In This Article There are occasions that call for heirloom china and sparkling crystal, but a truly gracious host knows that the most enjoyable gatherings aren’t necessarily the ones with the finest things, but rather, a relaxed environment.
    — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Season four is the most enjoyable The Gilded Age has ever been, but wringing every ounce of pleasure out of the experience requires a willingness to approach this show with the right mind-set.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of enjoyable
Adjective
  • This recipe for double crust apple pie delivers a mix of tart and sweet along with cinnamon that is crispy, delicious and is worth the indulgence.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Refrigerated tortellini is one of the fastest ways to turn plain broth into a satiating, delicious meal.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of delicious
Adjective
  • Go to the Haveli restaurant by the pool for delicious flatbreads and salads, a nice change from the heavier fare at the main fort.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Tennessee has put together a very nice campaign with six wins and just one loss.
    — OutKick, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of nice
Adjective
  • Paired with a convincing lead turn by Best, as well as moving work from Gourrier and especially Joseph, the earnest series overcomes its stock biopic structure to linger with viewers in a manner more pleasing than disbelieving.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The Morris Marina-like door handles open with a pleasing mechanical action.
    — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of pleasing

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