as in social
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
the hiking club attracts a wide range of convivial people who share a love of the outdoors
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Recent Examples of convivial
The rate includes seven meals, served in the convivial restaurant carriage, that showcase local ingredients and wines.
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Alesandra Dubin, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
Not all episodes are so convivial.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
In fact, natural is the word to sum up Chapman, a host who, like Artie Bucco, could be described as warm and convivial, who rarely fails to ask piercing questions devoid of cliches and has a relaxed but authoritative style.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 17 Aug. 2025
Set alongside the Dora River, its architecture blends history with wellness—complemented by an inviting spa and a convivial atmosphere.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
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Alesandra Dubin, AFAR Media, 25 Aug. 2025
Not all episodes are so convivial.
—Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
In fact, natural is the word to sum up Chapman, a host who, like Artie Bucco, could be described as warm and convivial, who rarely fails to ask piercing questions devoid of cliches and has a relaxed but authoritative style.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 17 Aug. 2025
Set alongside the Dora River, its architecture blends history with wellness—complemented by an inviting spa and a convivial atmosphere.
—Hannah Howard, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for convivial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convivial
Adjective
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Desperate, Sutton-Schulman called a friend who is a social worker in psychiatric hospitals.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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As with any good social-media bit, Silver later doubled down, fleshing out the concept in his newsletter, Silver Bulletin.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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They’re perfectly matched — Julian is the quiet, observant one while Fleur is chatty, outgoing and ambitious.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Video appeared to show demonstrators ransacking the outgoing prime minister’s private residence on Tuesday, Reuters reported.—
Sugam Pokharel,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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As temperatures drop and outdoor conditions become less hospitable, pests start looking for warmth within our homes.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Sep. 2025
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The practice also offers a calm, welcoming environment where doctors have time to be hospitable, offering patients coffee and snacks.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This triumphant greeting was followed by multiple friendly handshakes, a cordial pat or two on the arm, and a companionable stride past an enfilade of American F-22 fighter jets at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.—
Susan B. Glasser,
New Yorker,
15 Aug. 2025
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Not just the comfortable, companionable silences but the ones that carry weight.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The result is a set of policies that has baffled some China experts, or at least raised questions about the president’s stance on America’s friendly rival.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Twine also noted its subtle scent, quick absorption, and makeup-friendly finish.—
Brigitt Earley,
Glamour,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Convivial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convivial. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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