Synonyms of convivial

convivial

adjective

kən-ˈviv-yəl 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• social
• outgoing
• hospitable
• companionable
• friendly
• sociable
• lively
• spirited
• gregarious
• cheerful
• jolly
• gracious
• clubby
• extraverted
• extroverted
• clubbable
• talkative
• animated
• boon
• communicative
• amiable
• congenial
• clubable
• cordial
• gay
• jovial
• affable
• expansive
• genial
• folksy
• bright
• neighborly
• forthcoming
• kindly
• agreeable
• vivacious
• garrulous
• sprightly
• exuberant
• perky
• jaunty
• effervescent
• buoyant
• bubbly
• upbeat
• peppy
• chipper
• pert
• high-spirited
• sprightful

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• antisocial
• unsociable
• unsocial
• introverted
• reclusive
• misanthropic
• distant
• cold
• remote
• cool
• aloof
• detached
• frosty
• insociable
• silent
• reserved
• standoffish
• nongregarious
• reticent
• mute
• mum
• taciturn

Examples of convivial in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Indeed, wine is a fundamentally a convivial beverage; it is not meant to be chugged, slammed, or gulped. —Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024

Diners at the pair of eight-top tables here have a direct view of the culinary team, with a convivial vibe encouraging interaction. —Katie Kelly Bell, Robb Report, 21 Sep. 2024

Anders pendants seem to be a favorite in relaxed, convivial dining areas. —Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2024

Since November 2023, guests have been transported to the coolest imaginable version of ’70s California for convivial communing with nature and like-minded travelers. —Kathryn Romeyn, TIME, 25 July 2024

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