Congenially

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con·gen·ial (k

n-j

adj.

1. Having the same tastes, habits, or temperament; sympathetic.

2. Of a pleasant disposition; friendly and sociable: a congenial host.

3. Suited to one's needs or nature; agreeable: congenial surroundings.

[Probably from con- + Latin genius, the personification of one's natural inclinations; see genius.]

con·geni·ali·ty (-j

-t

), con·genial·ness n.

con·genial·ly adv.

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Adv.

congenially - in a congenial manner; "`Let's all have a drink together,' he said congenially"

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