cogenial

/kəˈdʒɛnjəl/ or /kɒˈdʒɛnɪəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having or showing a kindly and generous nature; affable; pleasant.

“The cogenial host made everyone feel welcome at the party.”

2. noun

A quality of being affable; pleasantness.

“The cogenial atmosphere at the hotel lobby made our stay enjoyable.”

Synonyms

  • affable
  • genial
  • pleasant

Antonyms

  • brusque
  • gruff
  • unkind