Definition of "convivial" [con•viv•i•al]

• Fond of feasting, drinking, and good company; sociable. See Synonyms at social. (adjective)
• Merry; festive: a convivial atmosphere at the reunion. (adjective)

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• "You have a chance to meet like-minded people, to discuss and air views, and to down the odd pint or two in convivial company."
• "Many will recall his convivial nature, his humor, his thoughtfulness."
• "One by one the Minitel's services disappeared, including the wildly popular adult chat services dubbed "convivial messaging" by France Télécom."