CONVIVIAL Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

convivial

adjective

kən-ˈviv-yəl

Definition of convivial

as in social

likely to seek or enjoy the company of others the hiking club attracts a wide range of convivial people who share a love of the outdoors

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Recent Examples of convivial But the stillness is as inviting as the summer was convivial. — Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 June 2026 In this new chapter, Toron Nielsen has worked to make the heritage brand more convivial and more in tune with modern life. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 5 June 2026 Or head to the downstairs Hop City bar for an even wider selection of beers (up to 48), the same food menu and a convivial atmosphere starting around lunchtime and lasting well into the evening. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 29 May 2026 Not least because Parkinson and Reynolds had enjoyed a convivial dinner together less than 24 hours earlier at the Deadpool star’s hotel. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for convivial

Recent Examples of Synonyms for convivial

Adjective

Picking up a group tab, joining a cause, or saying yes to a social plan could stretch your budget, even if your generosity is sincere.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
As with so many social and cultural issues in Iran, the wearing of the hijab seems to some a misplaced priority at a time of conflict and economic crisis.

— Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of social

Adjective

Election officials would also have to submit their outgoing and return ballot-envelope designs to USPS for review.

— Luke Fountain, CNBC, 26 Aug. 2026
Matthew Friend, Nike’s outgoing chief financial officer, told Wall Street that the company faces several headwinds unrelated to consumer demand or price sensitivity, including evolving tariff policies and geopolitical disruption in the Middle East.

— Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of outgoing

Adjective

Underneath the friendly little pixel clock, though, the presence of an ESP32 makes things interesting, and Ulanzi has done something rather unusual.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Aug. 2026
Otherwise, there’s definitely a family-friendly element to the hotel (the whole storybook feel screams childhood), though the food options may be a little bit advanced for a kids’ palate.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026