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Synonyms & Similar Words
affable
friendly
genial
hospitable
convivial
amiable
cordial
warm
welcoming
approachable
outgoing
gregarious
sociopathic
extroverted
communicative
interactive
talkative
chatty
conversational
clubbable
companionable
neighborly
civil
courteous
polite
mannerly
gracious
charming
engaging
winsome
debonair
suave
urbane
convivial
communal
garrulous
voluble
effusive
expansive
unreserved
uninhibited
familiar
affable
congenial
kindly
benevolent
Meaning of Sociable
The primary meaning of the word "sociable" is being friendly and enjoying the company of others.
Definitions
- Having a strong liking for the company of others
- * Willing to talk and engage in activities with others
- * Having a pleasant and friendly manner
Etymology of Sociable
The word "sociable" originates from the Latin word "sociabilis," meaning "able to associate with others"
It is derived from "socius," meaning "companion" or "associate"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe someone who is friendly and enjoys the company of others
Example Uses
- She's a very sociable person and loves attending parties and social events
- * The sociable atmosphere of the coffee shop made it a great place to meet new people
- * He's not very sociable and prefers to spend time alone
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unsociable
unfriendly
aloof
distant
reserved
introverted
shy
reticent
taciturn
uncommunicative
unresponsive
cold
chilly
frosty
icy
hostile
antagonistic
confrontational
aggressive
belligerent
quarrelsome
disputatious
cantankerous
irascible
testy
touchy
prickly
standoffish