congenial
Translation
congenial, pleasant, agreeable
Examples
We spent the evening with congenial friends.
We spent the evening with congenial friends.
He found the work congenial.
He found the work congenial.
The town has a congenial atmosphere.
The town has a congenial atmosphere.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) congenial ((noun)) a congenial (person/place/etc.) a congenial companion
congenial ((to sb./sth.)) pleasant for (sb./sth.) a climate congenial to outdoor sports
Similar Words
Synonyms: agreeable, pleasant, compatible; Antonyms: uncongenial, disagreeable
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (with, together) + 'genialis' (related to birth, festive), from 'genius' (spirit). Meaning 'with the same spirit'.
Memory Tips
Think 'con-' (together) + 'genial' (friendly). People or things that are friendly together are congenial. Don't confuse with 'congenital'.