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Meaning of companionable
having a strong liking or affection for someone's company
Etymology of companionable
The word "companionable" originates from the Old French word "compaignon," meaning "fellow, companion," and the suffix "-able," which forms adjectives indicating capability or fit for something
Historically, the term has been used to describe individuals who are pleasant to be around and enjoy social interactions
Synonyms
affable
amiable
congenial
cordial
friendly
genial
agreeable
sociable
convivial
charming
delightful
pleasant
warm
welcoming
gracious
hospitable
approachable
outgoing
gregarious
lively
vivacious
engaging
entertaining
witty
charming
winsome
endearing
lovely
sweet
kindly
gentle
considerate
thoughtful
courteous
polite
mannerly
civil
urbane
debonair
suave
smooth
affable
convivial
clubbable
companionable
matey
pally
buddy-buddy
chummy
bosom
intimate
familiar
close
dear
beloved
cherished
valued
treasured
prized
esteemed
respected
admired
liked
loved
adored
venerated
revered
idolized
Definitions
- Having or showing a strong liking or affection for someone's company
- * Friendly and sociable, enjoying the company of others
Usage Examples
- She was a companionable person who always made an effort to engage with others
- * The companionable atmosphere of the party made it easy to strike up conversations with strangers
- * He was a companionable colleague who always offered to help with tasks and projects
Antonyms
aloof
antisocial
cold
distant
frosty
hostile
icy
inhospitable
unfriendly
unapproachable
unsociable
withdrawn
reserved
reticent
shy
introverted
standoffish
haughty
supercilious
condescending
disdainful
dismissive
disinterested
uncongenial
uncommunicative
uncooperative
unresponsive
unhelpful
unsympathetic
callous
insensitive
harsh
bitter
acrimonious
quarrelsome
belligerent
aggressive
confrontational
contentious
cantankerous
irascible
testy
touchy
fractious
petulant
peevish
cranky
grouchy
crabby
curmudgeonly
misanthropic