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as in outgoing
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
he's an intensely sociable child, even prone to fits of depression when he's left alone
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as in gracious
showing a natural kindness and courtesy especially in social situations
a pleasant and sociable hostess who puts everyone instantly at ease
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as in social
tending to group with others of the same kind
the sociable weaverbird breeds in large umbrella-shaped nests
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Recent Examples of sociable
That’s because this is a marvelous, sociable day for you!
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Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 19 Dec. 2024
She is described as very sociable and enjoys making new friends.
—Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 5 May 2024
There’s actually some science to it—a study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology found that people shown photos of homes decked out in Christmas decorations perceived the residents as friendlier and more sociable compared to undecorated homes.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 27 Nov. 2024
These animals are known for their friendly and sociable nature, and have become a popular tourist attraction in countries like Brazil and Japan, where capybara cafes offer people the chance to hang out with the rodents and pet them.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for sociable
Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 19 Dec. 2024
She is described as very sociable and enjoys making new friends.
—Mare Staff, Boston Herald, 5 May 2024
There’s actually some science to it—a study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology found that people shown photos of homes decked out in Christmas decorations perceived the residents as friendlier and more sociable compared to undecorated homes.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 27 Nov. 2024
These animals are known for their friendly and sociable nature, and have become a popular tourist attraction in countries like Brazil and Japan, where capybara cafes offer people the chance to hang out with the rodents and pet them.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sociable
Adjective
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Carney is slated to take over from outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in the coming weeks.—
Kevin Breuninger,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2025
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Both Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland's outgoing Prime Minister Múte Bourup Egede have repeatedly rejected Trump's suggestions.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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The Los Angeles Dodgers’ Ohtani is back in Japan and that puts an even bigger grin on these gracious locals.—
Jay Paris,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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There's a little sprinkled throughout, but these all-stars are by and large gracious and amiable.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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Some church punishments seem designed to increase their social ostracization — in a Facebook post, one former member describes being made to cut her hair off and wear the same ill-fitting Hawaiian dress to school every day.—
Guthrie Scrimgeour,
Rolling Stone,
16 Mar. 2025
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Katharine Esty, PhD, trained as a social worker and social psychologist, and was a practicing psychotherapist for 30 years.—
Katharine Esty, Contributor,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
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The names of the beers on tap all have local ties and the family that runs the place is hospitable.—
Trudy Haywood Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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When thinking about quintessential Southern attributes, qualities like hospitable, benevolent, and polite come to mind.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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There is a legacy out there of bad harvests and tough winters that by some alchemy brings out the best in people, reminds them to be friendly and kind, and put others first.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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The doorman is very friendly and asks if there’s a party going on.—
Devan Díaz,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Sociable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sociable. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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