genial
5 synonyms and 5 antonyms for genial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Friendly, warm, and pleasant in manner.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Friendly, warm, and pleasant in manner.
“The genial host made everyone feel welcome.”
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Etymology
From Latin genialis ("pertaining to marriage or festivity"), from genius ("guardian spirit").
Full origin of genial →Frequently asked questions
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.
