congenial
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Definition
- (adjective)
- Pleasant because suited to one's nature, character, or taste; agreeable GRE
Example in Context
The new workplace proved far more congenial than the previous one, with colleagues who shared her intellectual curiosity and collaborative spirit.
Synonyms
friendlypleasantagreeable
Etymology
Born together in spirit, like friends who just click!
- con- (Latin) — together
- genus (Latin) — birth/type
Memory Aid
🧞♂️Sounds like “con genie al”
Imagine a GENIE popping out of a lamp, saying, 'I'm CONGENIAL — I grant wishes for fun friends!'
Visual Association
🤝Two people laughing and enjoying a picnic together, highlighting their pleasant compatibility.
Semantic Clusters
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “congenial” mean on the GRE?
congenial (adjective) means “Pleasant because suited to one's nature, character, or taste; agreeable”. The new workplace proved far more congenial than the previous one, with colleagues who shared her intellectual curiosity and collaborative spirit.
How to remember “congenial” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “congenial” sounds like “con genie al”. Imagine a GENIE popping out of a lamp, saying, 'I'm CONGENIAL — I grant wishes for fun friends!'
What are synonyms for “congenial”?
Common synonyms: friendly, pleasant, agreeable.