Gregarious
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Fond of company; sociable and outgoing.
Memory trick
GREGARIOUS comes from “gregar” like a group or herd, loving the flock.
Examples
Her gregarious style made networking feel effortless.
He is gregarious in groups but thoughtful in private.
A gregarious host can transform the whole mood of an event.
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Etymology
From Latin gregarius "of a flock," from grex/gregis "herd, flock."
Usage Notes
Often used positively to describe someone who enjoys being around people.
Real-life contexts
Use in bios: "She’s gregarious and energizing in team settings."
Use in contrast: "You can be quiet and still not the opposite of gregarious."
Use in storytelling: "The gregarious lead drew everyone in."
Common Mistakes
Gregarious is about sociability, not necessarily depth or sincerity.
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Part of Speech
adjective
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