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   con·viv·i·al

   /kənˈvivēəl/

   adjective

   • 1. (of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable: "a convivial cocktail party"
   • ▪ (of a person) cheerful and friendly; jovial: "she was relaxed and convivial"

   Word Origin mid 17th century (in the sense ‘fit for a feast, festive’): from Latin convivialis, from convivium ‘a feast’, from con- ‘with’ + vivere ‘live’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. convivially adverb

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   The meaning of CONVIVIAL is relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company. How to use convivial in a sentence. Did you know?

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   CONVIVIAL definition: 1. friendly and making you feel happy and welcome: 2. friendly and making you feel happy and…. Learn more.

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   Use the adjective convivial to describe your friend who is "the life of the party." The Latin word convivium means "a feast," and when convivial was first coined in the 1660s, its meaning related to the excess of food and drink during such celebrations.

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   Convivial definition: friendly; agreeable. See examples of CONVIVIAL used in a sentence.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCONVIVIAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Definition of 'convivial' Word Frequency. convivial. (kənvɪviəl ) adjective. Convivial people or occasions are pleasant, friendly, and relaxed. [formal, approval] ...looking forward to a convivial evening. The atmosphere was quite convivial. Synonyms: sociable, friendly, lively, cheerful More Synonyms of convivial.

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   Define convivial. convivial synonyms, convivial pronunciation, convivial translation, English dictionary definition of convivial. adj. 1. Enjoying good company; sociable. See Synonyms at social. 2. Characterized by merry celebrating; festive: a convivial atmosphere at the reunion....

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   adjective. us / kənˈvɪv.i.əl / uk / kənˈvɪv.i.əl / Add to word list. friendly and making you feel happy and welcome: a convivial atmosphere / host. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. making you feel happy and comfortable. friendly The pub has such a friendly atmosphere.

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   Definition of convivial adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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    CONVIVIAL meaning: of or relating to social events where people can eat, drink, and talk in a friendly way with others

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    A complete guide to the word "CONVIVIAL": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.