genial

Meanings

• adjective

  Friendly, kind, and sociable.

  - "The genial host made everyone feel welcome."
  - "She has a genial nature that puts people at ease."

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Pronunciation

1. /-ni.əl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with genial
jovial , rivial , devial , perjural

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Variants

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genial , genialities , geniality , genially

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Etymology

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From Latin genialis, meaning 'born in the country, rural'. The modern sense of 'friendly' developed in the 16th century.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'genial' was first used in English in the 16th century.

2. The opposite of 'genial' is 'ungenial', which means unfriendly or unwelcoming.

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Related Concepts

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1. friendly: A feeling of goodwill towards others, often expressed through kindness and warmth.

2. hospitable: Providing a warm welcome and making guests feel comfortable.

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Culture

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In literature, 'genial' is often used to describe characters who are warm, kind, and welcoming. In art, genial works can evoke feelings of happiness and friendliness.

How to Memorize "genial"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a friendly, smiling face to remember the meaning of 'genial'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'genial' with the feeling of being welcomed and made to feel at ease.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'genial' comes from the Latin word for 'rural', so think of a friendly farmer or rural setting.

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