Meaning & use
convivial
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Friendly, lively, and enjoyable, especially in a social setting involving food, drink, or company.
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The restaurant had a convivial atmosphere with laughter echoing from every table.
Their annual reunion is always a convivial gathering of old friends.
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Convivial specifically evokes the warmth of good company, often paired with descriptions of eating, drinking, or celebrating together.
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