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What is another word for Gregarious? – 154 Gregarious Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    sociable outgoing affable convivial genial warm friendly approachable extroverted communicative garrulous loquacious voluble talkative chatty vivacious lively energetic enthusiastic hospitable welcoming cordial amiable jovial convivial clubbable companionable social communal collective congregational assembled gathered thronging milling flocking herding swarm throng crowd multitude horde

    Meaning of Gregarious

    having or showing a liking for the company of others

    Definitions

    • (of a person) fond of the company of others, sociable
    • * (of animals) living in flocks or herds

    Etymology of Gregarious

    The word "Gregarious" originates from the Latin "gregarius," meaning "of or pertaining to a flock" or "common," which is derived from "grex," meaning "flock" or "herd"
    Historically, the term was first used in the 15th century to describe animals that live in groups, and later it was applied to humans who are sociable and enjoy the company of others

    Example Uses

    • She's a gregarious person who loves attending parties and social events
    • * The gregarious nature of the bird species is evident in their large flocks during migration

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    antisocial introverted reclusive solitary aloof distant reserved withdrawn shy timid unsociable unfriendly inhospitable cold frosty unapproachable uncommunicative taciturn reticent mute silent quiet still secluded isolated alone lonesome