convivial
3
6.2
- adjective
- /kənˈvɪv.i.əl/
- The visitors had arrived at the museum as a 'day out,' intending an enjoyable, convivial, and informative day with friends and family.
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Examples
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Then he is as convivial and buoyant as a guest at his own party.
Fiction book (1991) -
So, so far, there's a very convivial, friendly mood here.
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And a convivial Tuesday in April to you too, Pool!
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"He was a convivial fellow."
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More convivial than anyone else in the family, he seemed to enjoy being a public character.
Fiction book (1996) -
On the contrary, later we had a very convivial supper together.
Academic text (2008) -
The social events of the GAAS convention are more intimate and convivial than those held at huge international hotels in the United States.
Academic text (1994) -
Its decor is exquisitely tasteful; its ambiance is warm and convivial.
Fiction book (2000) -
One participant observes, "It's so much fun, it's quite convivial and jolly, and sort of takes the pressure off having to make small talk" (Paula).
Academic text (2013) -
The dining room of Thomas Cromwell's home was filled with laughter and convivial conversation.
Synonyms
481
1.0
Happy and lively, full of fun and energy
109
1.3
Having a lot of energy and enthusiasm
100
1.0
Happy and lively in a friendly way
99
1.0
Happy in a way you show with a smile or friendly actions
93
4.1
Full of energy and activity that makes people feel excited
72
1.6
Full of fun and energy and liking jokes or games
72
2.4
Cheerful and suitable for a party or holiday
64
4.1
Full of energy and enthusiasm
40
3.0
Friendly and confident when talking to other people
20
1.6
Enjoying being with other people and making friends
19
3.2
Full of cheerful energy and excitement
16
3.8
Full of energy and enthusiasm
16
5.5
Friendly and easy to talk to
13
3.9
Happy and friendly in a lively, joking way
12
7.0
A person who likes being with other people
11
4.8
A friendly, warm way of behaving that makes people comfortable
8
7.1
Having lively, cheerful energy that makes others feel excited
6
3.9
Full of energy and excitement
6
8.2
Very lively and full of energy
5
7.2
Enjoying lively parties and fun with other people
4
3.2
Cheerful and friendly to other people
4
3.1
Feeling happy and full of energy
1
7.6
Full of playful, lively energy
1
3.1
A place full of energy where people talk, laugh, and enjoy themselves
1
6.9
A person who is friendly and easy to talk to
Antonyms
How Sociable
Surface Forms
Morphology
convivial = con + viv + ial
The word is built from Latin morphemes con- ('with') + viv- ('live') + -ial; the historical sense (living/feasting together → sociable) is related but the combining form 'viv' is not a standalone English base, so the meaning is only partly guessable by learners.
Etymology
Convivial comes from Latin parts con- 'with' and vivere 'to live', and the Latin convivium meant 'a meal together'. The same viv root is in revive, which means 'to bring back to life'. So, convivial describes people or places that enjoy being 'with' others and lively company, meaning cheerful and sociable.