congenially
1
5.7
- adverb
- /kənˈdʒiːniəli/
:
amigablemente
- She spoke congenially to her coworkers, fostering a friendly work environment.
Examples
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Max returned congenially.
Fiction book (2002) -
"Oh, don't worry about it!" you say congenially, wanting her to know you’re not the same as the other men, that you’d never get mad.
Fiction book (2002) -
I considered that, were our positions reversed, I would congenially agree to that.
Blog text (26) -
Eugene might settle more congenially if she did things his way.
Fiction book (1995) -
As congenially and sweetly as I could under the circumstances, I said words to the effect that I could not abide that.
Blog text (26) -
"The man faced Dickens and me down, and, congenially enough in his rough way, introduced himself: "I be 'Umphry' Owse."
Fiction book (1990) -
Ambrose pats Trevor's shoulder congenially and walks out.
Fiction book (2002) -
Europeans are far more ready to accept scenarios based on the premise that limits are imminent and scarcity is a danger, neither of which fit congenially within the American perception of energy.
Academic text (1999) -
He greeted everyone congenially, making sure to smile and shake hands.
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The hosts welcomed their guests congenially, setting a warm tone for the evening.
Synonyms
388
1.0
In a pleasant or attractive way
67
1.0
In a friendly way while smiling
50
1.0
In a friendly and enjoyable way
41
3.9
In a kind and polite way that shows respect
34
1.0
In a happy, friendly way that shows you want to help
11
4.0
In a warm, friendly way
9
4.1
In a friendly, peaceful way without anger
4
3.7
In a friendly, pleasant way
4
3.5
In a kind and friendly way
3
2.5
In a happy, friendly way
3
2.3
In a pleasant way that feels nice
2
4.1
In a peaceful, friendly way without conflict
2
2.5
With the mouth turned up in a friendly way
1
4.4
In a friendly, pleasant way that shows warmth and kindness
1
3.7
In a friendly and cheerful way that makes people feel welcome
1
3.5
In a friendly way that shows you enjoy being with someone
In a friendly, lively, and enjoyable way
In a friendly way that makes people feel accepted
Antonyms
How Friendly
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word congenially comes from con- 'with' and gen (a part meaning 'born' or 'kind'), the same idea you see in generate. So to act congenially is to be 'with' someone in a friendly, similar way, which is why it means being pleasant and easy to get along with.