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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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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
Their easy-going harmonies, congenial wordplay and inventive hooks earned plenty of industry recognition.
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Tom Roland, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2026
However, law enforcement’s attitude toward the media’s involvement as a whole has not been entirely congenial.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
Of all the Welk stars, the harmonizing Lennon Sisters have always been among the most gracious and congenial.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
The Clubhouse has comfortable spaces to kick back and spend a congenial evening with neighbors, perhaps after a dinner at the inviting Juniper Grill.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026
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Tom Roland, Billboard, 13 Mar. 2026
However, law enforcement’s attitude toward the media’s involvement as a whole has not been entirely congenial.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
Of all the Welk stars, the harmonizing Lennon Sisters have always been among the most gracious and congenial.
—Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2026
The Clubhouse has comfortable spaces to kick back and spend a congenial evening with neighbors, perhaps after a dinner at the inviting Juniper Grill.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congenial
Adjective
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The temptation to go with Krick’s more pleasant (and somehow more spiritually American) forecast is obviously great.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Walker Buehler has been a pleasant and necessary surprise, even providing the Padres with the occasional quality start.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The 2,100-lb (953-kg) P21X checks in a few hundred pounds heavier than the P21 but is still quite lightweight and compatible with a variety of vehicles, including electrics.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 June 2026
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To address this, the latest versions of Modaris and Gerber AccuMark are fully compatible, enabling fashion brands to work and co-develop with partners using other CAD systems.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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From a castle built by a Sherlock Holmes actor in Connecticut to lava fields in Idaho that helped train astronauts, these destinations showcase the beauty, ingenuity and delightful weirdness that make the United States unique.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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While the Brooklynite was more of an addendum than a star in that book, its a delightful little drink and among the better things to make with a bottle of Jamaican rum.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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The vote was unanimous, according to a release from Polk State College, a public college based in Winter Haven.—
Austin Horn
June 4,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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What drags the installment down, however, is the sheer predictability and lack of dissent, with seven out of the nine votes being unanimous — a foreshadowing of seasons to come.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Big Brother 6 What makes season 6 so enjoyable is not just the introduction of two legends in Janelle and Kaysar, in addition to a bevy of other big personalities.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Those investments have included a focus on retail fundamentals, like ensuring stores have enough staff, are enjoyable to spend time in and are stocked with items people actually want to buy.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Besides the hotel's on-site restaurant, one of the best on the island, another spot for upscale dining is Eli’s, which also has delicious cocktails and ocean views.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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The Personal Blender includes two Tritan Renew blending cups and the ultra-durable Rapid Extractor Blade to make delicious smoothies and more.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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There’s Chateau de Fère and Les Crayères, which is very imposing and old-fashioned; a couple of very nice funky little boutique hotels (including one owned by the Selosse family who make amazing, and amazingly priced, grower Champagne) and lots of good chambres d'hôtes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Spring peas and wild rice make a nice combo filling for sweet bell peppers!—
Mary Ann Esposito,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Never has the exhausting task of people-pleasing felt so welcome.—
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson,
VIBE.com,
7 June 2026
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My strength test results were less pleasing.—
Rachel Ingram,
Robb Report,
7 June 2026
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“Congenial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congenial. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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