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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a couple relaxing in the congenial atmosphere of a luxury health spa
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as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
congenial traveling companions who made our tour of Italy even more enjoyable than we had anticipated
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Recent Examples of congenial
The Clubhouse has comfortable spaces to kick back and spend a congenial evening with neighbors, perhaps after a dinner at the inviting Juniper Grill.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026
Having said that, all your relations with others will probably be pleasant, warm and congenial.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Jan. 2026
The session was congenial, with no heat flowing either direction.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 25 Jan. 2026
In covering and critiquing Chicago TV news, Deeb was especially hard on ABC 7, and the congenial and sometimes comedic chemistry between that station's anchors Fahey Flynn and Joel Daly and weatherman John Coleman.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2026
Having said that, all your relations with others will probably be pleasant, warm and congenial.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 26 Jan. 2026
The session was congenial, with no heat flowing either direction.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 25 Jan. 2026
In covering and critiquing Chicago TV news, Deeb was especially hard on ABC 7, and the congenial and sometimes comedic chemistry between that station's anchors Fahey Flynn and Joel Daly and weatherman John Coleman.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for congenial
Adjective
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His voice and his music are unfailingly tasteful and pleasant, which is a key part of both his appeal and limitations.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The daily afternoon tea in Horizons is also extremely pleasant (don’t skip on the chicken sandwiches, which were more my beat than the scones and jam).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Choose from classic styles, vegan leather designs with interchangeable straps, clear styles great for summer events and tumbler compatible styles.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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On Wednesday, a department spokesperson told CBS News Texas the changes would ensure that policies involving cooperation with other law enforcement agencies are compatible with state and federal guidelines.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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In this delightful piece of armchair naturalism, Henion’s goal is to change our vilification of darkness, to see it instead as a restorative balm, and to stoke curiosity about nocturnal landscapes and creatures.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
26 Apr. 2026
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For a stay near the center of the action, book a room at the Lady Grace Inn, a Victorian-style bed-and-breakfast with a delightful English high tea.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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Massie objected to passing the extension by unanimous consent, forcing the legislation to a floor vote instead.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Apr. 2026
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The unanimous vote drew applause from several people on hand at the Village Board meeting, including some who have been active in urging the village to take such a move.—
Hank Beckman,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Make working from home more enjoyable with a clever USB desk fan ($8) and soothing essential oil diffuser ($7).—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Apr. 2026
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This premise, bolstered by excellent performances all around, could easily have sustained a totally enjoyable TV show.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Houston is a mecca for high-calorie delicious meals.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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But, the second, is that marigolds will make your carrots sweeter and more delicious thanks to increasing the carotenoid content and sugars within the carrots.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
24 Apr. 2026
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Five is nice, but 17 straight is a dynasty unparalleled in City Section history.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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Just the shops and the overall setting is really nice.—
Anne Kadet,
Curbed,
29 Apr. 2026
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Creators pose before aesthetically pleasing backdrops for brand partnerships.—
Andrea Domanick,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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Two extreme bands coming together to make an album of extremes has a certain pleasing logic.—
Reed Jackson,
SPIN,
24 Apr. 2026
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“Congenial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congenial. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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