Meaning & use

congeniality

noun·Academic

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A friendly, pleasant, and agreeable manner that makes someone easy to get along with.

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Her natural congeniality made her the perfect host for the reunion.

The interviewer noted his congeniality as much as his qualifications.

A note on using this word

Congeniality describes a warm, sociable temperament rather than deep friendship, which is why it's often praised in casual or professional settings alike.

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friendlinessamiability

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