genial

5 antonyms for genial — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adj — Friendly, warm, and pleasant in manner.

Synonyms by Meaning

Friendly, warm, and pleasant in manner.

“The genial host made everyone feel welcome.”

mental cordial affable kind amiable

Opposites

irascible cross bilious

Mild and pleasant, especially of weather or climate.

“They enjoyed the genial warmth of the Mediterranean coast.”

Opposites

gelid bitter

irascible cross bilious gelid bitter

From Latin genialis ("pertaining to marriage or festivity"), from genius ("guardian spirit").

What does “genial” mean?

The word “genial” means friendly, warm, and pleasant in manner. In plain terms, warm, friendly, and easy to get along with.

How do you pronounce “genial”?

“Genial” is pronounced JEE-neerl (/ˈd͡ʒinjəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “genial” in a sentence?

Here is “genial” used in a sentence: “The genial host made everyone feel welcome.”

What part of speech is “genial”?

“Genial” is an adjective.

Where does the word “genial” come from?

The word “genial” comes from Latin. From Latin genialis ("pertaining to marriage or festivity"), from genius ("guardian spirit").

How many meanings does “genial” have?

“Genial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: friendly, warm, and pleasant in manner.

kind cross mental bitter cordial irascible gelid affable amiable bilious