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con·gen·ial
 congenial
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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
suited to or compatible with one's tastes or character, and therefore pleasing.
It was good to be with congenial companions again.There was a congenial atmosphere in the pub.- synonyms:
- compatible, pleasant
- antonyms:
- abhorrent, antipathetic, repugnant, uncongenial, unpleasant
- similar words:
- kindred, like-minded, pleasing, suitable, sympathetic
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| definition 2: |
having a pleasing, sociable personality.
Being congenial was important for him as a politician.- synonyms:
- affable, agreeable, amiable, friendly, good-natured, pleasant, sociable
- antonyms:
- antipathetic, disagreeable, uncongenial
- similar words:
- amicable, companionable, cordial, genial, good, kind, liable, neighborly, outgoing, personable, pleasing
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| related words: |
agreeable, chatty, chummy, convivial, favorable, good-humored, sociable, social |
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| derivations: |
congenially (adv.), congeniality (n.) |
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