congeniality
Americannoun
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the quality of being agreeable, suitable, or pleasant.
The guest rooms combine the very latest in technology with the best facilities, comfort, and congeniality.
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the quality of being well-matched or agreeable to each other; compatibility.
In later years, the two men’s friendship was cemented by their intellectual and religious congeniality.
Usage
What does congeniality mean? Congeniality is the quality of being pleasant and agreeable.Someone who’s known for their congeniality is friendly, nice, and easy to get along with. Such a person can be described as congenial.The word congeniality is typically used to refer to a quality of a person, but it can also be used to refer to the quality of a situation or environment, as in We try to maintain a sense of congeniality and camaraderie in the office. Less commonly, congeniality can refer to the quality of being well matched, as in It’s a friendship based on congeniality—they share several interests. The word compatibility is a close synonym of this sense of congeniality.Example: Jess is known around town for her congeniality—she has a kind word for everyone she meets.
Other Word Forms
- uncongeniality noun
Etymology
Origin of congeniality
Example Sentences
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But I’d wager that anyone who lived on Mars would appreciate all the more the beauty and congeniality of our own planet.
From Slate • Dec. 9, 2025
“He trolled them. He went after them. He wasn’t going to win a congeniality contest.”
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2024
When the neighbors discover that a property line has been misdrawn, their initial congeniality craters.
From Washington Post • Feb. 7, 2023
The servers work as a team and glide between tables effortlessly with a level of genuine congeniality I feel I haven’t felt in forever.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2022
Besides, I didn’t become a teacher to win any congeniality contests.
From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers
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