How to Use convivial in a Sentence

convivial

adjective
  • Not all episodes are so convivial.
    — Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 18 Aug. 2025
  • So your guests may be thinking of this as a meal out, rather than a convivial evening.
    — Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2024
  • The busy, convivial space felt more like a party than a restaurant.
    — Laura Johnston, cleveland.com, 1 Feb. 2018
  • There’s a bar counter in back for walk-ins and an open kitchen that adds to the convivial spirit.
    — Michael Bauer, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Dec. 2017
  • And this is among friends, who have just spent a convivial evening together.
    — Jacobina Martin, Washington Post, 15 July 2024
  • The bar scene is convivial (and very loud); the patio is always booked.
    — Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 18 July 2023
  • At the end of the book club, the women break into convivial chatter.
    — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
  • The convivial spirit of Pucci’s clothes was part of their draw.
    — Essence, 14 Aug. 2025
  • But the stillness is as inviting as the summer was convivial.
    — Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 June 2026
  • Grab a seat at the long, convivial bar where Chef Jorge works his magic.
    — Marlise Kast-Myers, sandiegouniontribune.com, 27 Mar. 2018
  • But bars are convivial places, and right now Hart needs that connection.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The vibe was convivial and giddy, like a summer-camp reunion.
    — Anna Russell, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
  • As for the menu, the team sees a lot of sharing, passing of plates, something convivial.
    — Polly Campbell, Cincinnati.com, 30 Jan. 2020
  • Pat was direct, didn’t mince words, was convivial at times and gruff, when necessary.
    — Annie Nickoloff, cleveland, 16 June 2022
  • And the relaxed and convivial lunch in the forest was a highlight of my travels this year.
    — Ann Abel, Forbes, 21 Sep. 2021
  • But the most romantic and convivial way of joining the dots is sailing.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Dec. 2025
  • But the most romantic and convivial way of joining the dots is sailing.
    — Erika Owen, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Jan. 2026
  • The convivial Good Ground Tavern serves fresh seafood.
    — Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
  • People seem genuinely happy to be at work, which adds to the convivial, warm vibe here.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
  • The convivial comedy is sleek, fast-paced and witty, with a great cast and a unique setting.
    — Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
  • In the loft upstairs, the group breaks into convivial chatter about the novel.
    — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 2 Mar. 2026
  • With hundreds of people gathered each night, the area feels safer and more convivial, locals said.
    — Liz Alderman, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2023
  • As the evening progressed — and the wine flowed — the room became boisterous and convivial.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
  • The guests who noshed on Thomas’ roast beef and guzzled his liquor suddenly are a lot less convivial.
    — Daniel D'addario, Variety, 19 Mar. 2024
  • The designer worked with screens to protect the walls, play with scale, and create a warm, convivial vibe.
    — Mary Winston Nicklin, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2019
  • The front sitting room, for example, which doubles as a game room, is the scene of many convivial game nights.
    — Ariel Foxman, Architectural Digest, 9 Sep. 2024
  • In London, the convivial pubs, which make the short days and long nights bearable, are shuttered.
    — Washington Post, 24 Dec. 2020
  • The overall atmosphere of the restaurant is cozy and convivial.
    — Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
  • The overall atmosphere of the restaurant is cozy and convivial.
    — Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
  • The vibe is both convivial and cozy and the emphasis is on enjoying the music (and the drinks).
    — Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025

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