sociability

noun

so·​cia·​bil·​i·​ty ˌsō-shə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

plural sociabilities

: the quality or state of being sociable

also : the act or an instance of being sociable

Synonyms of sociability

• friendliness
• gregariousness
• conviviality

Examples of sociability in a Sentence

her sociability was called into question when she said she hated parties

Recent Examples on the Web

Her public image was capacious enough that Rollerena could carry not only camp and sociability, but profound grief as well. — Emilie Hardman, JSTOR Daily, 24 June 2026

Argentinians, particularly in Buenos Aires, are known for their warmth, sociability, and emphasis on friendships and family life. — Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026

This ancient beverage, derived from the roots of the Piper methysticum plant, is typically consumed to produce sedative and euphoric effects that might increase sociability and reduce anxiety. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026

Takefumi explored whether dog ownership could affect sociability by exposing mice to the oral microbiomes found in the dog-owning group, then assessed their social behaviors. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for sociability

• affability
• audibility
• bistability
• capability
• changeability
• contractility
• credibility
• culpability
• disability
• disutility
• durability
• fallibility

Kids Definition

sociability

noun

so·​cia·​bil·​i·​ty ˌsō-shə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

plural sociabilities

1

: the quality or state of being sociable : affability

2

: the act or an instance of being sociable