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convivial

[ kuhn-viv-ee-uhl ]

adjective

  1. a convivial atmosphere.

    Synonyms: , ,

  2. fond of feasting, drinking, and merry company; jovial.
  3. of or befitting a feast; festive.


convivial

/ əˈɪɪə /

adjective

  1. sociable; jovial or festive

    a convivial atmosphere

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • Dzˈ, noun
  • Dzˈ, adverb
  • Dzˌˈٲ, noun
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Other yvlog Forms

  • Dz···· noun
  • Dz·····ٲ [k, uh, n-viv-ee-, al, -i-tee], noun
  • Dz···· adverb
  • ԴDz·Dz··· adjective
  • non·Dz···· adverb
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of convivial1

First recorded in 1660–70; from Late Latin DzԱī “festal,” equivalent to Latin DzԱī(ܳ) “feast” ( DzԱī() “to live together, dine together” ( con- con- + ī “to live”) + -ium -ium ) + - -al 1
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of convivial1

C17: from Late Latin DzԱī pertaining to a feast, from Latin DzԱīܳ, a living together, banquet, from ī to live
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Bright, convivial, and packed with thoughtfully curated recipes, “Southern Get-Togethers” celebrates her love of entertaining.

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But behind this convivial scene a "gnarly and unpleasant" legal battle is underway.

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Police lined the streets and, in the balmy 25C weather, their reassuring presence brought a lively and convivial atmosphere, far removed from the terror of last month.

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It appears they both accomplished what they set out to do when it comes to issues and the debate watchers were happy to see a convivial debate.

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Plus, they capture the convivial spirit of coastal Southern cuisine, making the cooking experience enjoyable and rewarding.

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