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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
conviviality (kənvɪviælɪti) uncountable noun
...the conviviality of the restaurant.
Synonyms: sociability, cheer, festivity, gaiety More Synonyms of convivial

convivial in British English

(kənˈvɪvɪəl)
adjective
sociable; jovial or festive
a convivial atmosphere
Derived forms
convivialist (conˈvivialist)
noun
conviviality (conˌviviˈality)
noun
convivially (conˈvivially)
adverb
Word origin
C17: from Late Latin convīviālis pertaining to a feast, from Latin convīvium, a living together, banquet, from vīvere to live

convivial in American English

(kənˈvɪviəl)
adjective
1. 
having to do with a feast or festive activity
2. 
fond of eating, drinking, and good company; sociable; jovial
Derived forms
convivialist (conˈvivialist)
noun
conviviality (conˌviviˈality) (kənˈvɪviˈæləti)
noun
convivially (conˈvivially)
adverb
Word origin
L convivialis < convivium, a feast < convivere, to carouse together < com-, together + vivere, to live: see quick

Examples of 'convivial' in a sentence
convivial

It is understandable to feel overwhelmed in social situations - a convivial atmosphere is so at odds with how you feel.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The royal party found the university atmosphere convivial.
Benjamin Woolley THE HERBALIST: Nicholas Culpeper Rebel Physician (2004)
The courses mean you can avoid the scrum of ski schools for a more convivial atmosphere.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Overall it was a very convivial lunch about a much wider range of subjects.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
He was such convivial company and especially relished tales against himself.
The Sun (2009)
Was the atmosphere warm and convivial?
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
While some roads are rough and animals roam freely, the atmosphere is convivial during the day.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The pace is slow, the atmosphere convivial.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
The atmosphere was convivial, to put it mildly.
Giles Whittell Spitfire Women of World War II (2007)
He has learnt a smattering of Arabic and loves the convivial atmosphere.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Although he enjoyed a convivial lunch, he always seemed happier around horses than people.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
He is a convivial man, but inscrutable.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Families like its convivial atmosphere.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
And the atmosphere was convivial.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
That convivial atmosphere, that banter, is good for politics.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Prior to one convivial lunch she asked if I would stand up and go through the card with my tips.
The Sun (2007)
Yet he was always approachable and, in company with his friends, was a convivial man.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
It's coming to be seen as friendly, convivial and sporty.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Regardless of the grumpy image he portrays, my dealings with him tell me he's convivial company.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
There was a very convivial atmosphere and here at Norton Rose we served tea and biscuits for the police.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
A convivial atmosphere descends, as settled as the warm September skies.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
From the outside, this popular, convivial man did not need a lifeline but his career was looking very different from where he stood.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
(adjective) 
Definition
sociable or lively
Enjoy simple but satisfying food in the bistro's convivial atmosphere.
Synonyms
sociable
Some children have more sociable personalities than others.
friendly
He has been friendly to me.
lively
She had a sweet, lively personality.
cheerful
They are both very cheerful in spite of their circumstances.
jolly
She was a jolly, kindhearted woman.
merry
He was much loved for his merry nature.
festive
The town has a festive holiday atmosphere.
hearty
He was a hearty, bluff, athletic sort of guy.
genial
He was a warm-hearted friend and a genial host.
fun-loving
jovial
Father Whittaker appeared to be in a jovial mood.
back-slapping
gay (old-fashioned)
We had a gay old time.
partyish (informal)

Additional synonyms

in the sense of cheerful
Definition
having a happy disposition
They are both very cheerful in spite of their circumstances.
Synonyms
happy,
bright,
contented,
glad,
optimistic,
bucked (informal),
enthusiastic,
sparkling,
gay (old-fashioned),
sunny,
perky,
jolly,
animated,
merry,
upbeat (informal),
buoyant,
hearty,
cheery,
joyful,
jovial,
genial,
jaunty,
chirpy (informal),
sprightly,
blithe,
light-hearted,
gladsome (archaic),
lightsome (archaic)
in the sense of festive
Definition
of or like a celebration
The town has a festive holiday atmosphere.
Synonyms
celebratory,
happy,
holiday,
carnival,
jolly,
merry,
gala,
hearty,
jubilant,
cheery,
joyous,
joyful,
jovial,
convivial,
gleeful,
back-slapping,
Christmassy,
mirthful,
sportive,
light-hearted,
festal,
gay (old-fashioned)
in the sense of friendly
Definition
showing or expressing liking, goodwill, or trust
He has been friendly to me.
Synonyms
amiable,
kind,
kindly,
welcoming,
warm,
neighbourly,
thick (informal),
attached,
pally (informal),
helpful,
sympathetic,
fond,
outgoing,
comradely,
confiding,
affectionate,
receptive,
benevolent,
attentive,
sociable,
genial,
affable,
fraternal,
good,
close,
on good terms,
chummy (informal),
peaceable,
companionable,
clubby,
well-disposed,
buddy-buddy (slang, US, Canadian),
palsy-walsy (informal),
matey or maty (British, informal),
on visiting terms

Nearby words of
convivial

  • conviction
  • convince
  • convincing
  • convivial
  • conviviality
  • convocation
  • convoke

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