Congenial (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Suitable to your needs; "a congenial atmosphere to work in"; "two congenial spirits united...by mutual confidence and reciprocal virtues"- T.L.Peacock.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The hotel room was a congenial space for me to relax and unwind after a long day of traveling.
- The company's congenial work environment made it easy for new employees to settle in and feel at home.
- The two friends had a congenial relationship, built on mutual respect and trust that had developed over many years.
- The resort's congenial atmosphere made it an ideal destination for families with young children.
- The professor's congenial teaching style put even the most nervous students at ease, making them feel comfortable asking questions.
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Meaning 2
(used of plants) capable of cross-fertilization or of being grafted.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The botanist carefully selected congenial species to cross-breed and create a new hybrid.
- The gardener chose congenial plants for grafting onto the rootstock to create a robust and resilient tree.
- In botanical terms, congenial plants can exchange genetic material through cross-pollination.
- The horticulturist searched for congenial varieties of roses to combine and produce a unique and vibrant bloom.
- By selecting congenial species, the researcher was able to create a new strain of disease-resistant crops.