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convivial

Adjective

IPA /kənˈvɪvɪəl/

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Friendly, cheerful and relaxed in a way that makes spending time together enjoyable, especially during a social occasion.

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convivial/kənˈvɪvɪəl/

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Friends around the table
Relaxed, cheerful conversation

A convivial gathering has a friendly, enjoyable atmosphere.

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We enjoyed a convivial evening of food, stories and laughter.
The team lunch had a convivial atmosphere that helped new colleagues relax.

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convivial — Friendly, cheerful and relaxed in a way that makes spending time together enjoyable, especially during a social occasion.

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Friendly, cheerful and relaxed in a way that makes spending time together enjoyable, especially during a social occasion.

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Word origin

From Late Latin convivialis, relating to a feast, from Latin convivium, meaning a banquet or living together.

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Conviviality is the noun for the friendly, cheerful quality of a social occasion.

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