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SOCIABLY
gregariously, sociably
(adverb) in a gregarious manner
sociably
(adverb) in a sociable manner; “sociably, the new neighbors invited everyone on the block for coffee”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
sociably (comparative more sociably, superlative most sociably)
In a sociable manner; with free intercourse; conversibly; familiarly; as a companion.
According to society or societal norms.
For social purposes, in a social situation
Source: Wiktionary
So"cia*bly, adv.
Definition: In a sociable manner.
SOCIABLE
So"cia*ble, a.Etym: [F., fr. L. sociabilis, fr. sociare to associate, fr. socius a companion. See Social.]
1. Capable of being, or fit to be, united in one body or company; associable. [R.] They are sociable parts united into one body. Hooker.
2. Inclined to, or adapted for, society; ready to unite with others; fond of companions; social. Society is no comfort to one not sociable. Shak. What can be uneasy to this sociable creature than the dry, pensive retirements of solitude South.
3. Ready to converse; inclined to talk with others; not taciturn or reserved.
4. Affording opportunites for conversation; characterized by much conversation; as, a sociable party.
5. No longer hostile; friendly. [Obs.] Beau & Fl. Sociable bird, or Sociable weaver (Zoöl.), a weaver bird which builds composite nests. See Republican, n., 3. (b).
Syn.
– Social; companionable; conversible; friendly; familiar; communicative; accessible.
So"cia*ble, n.
1. A gathering of people for social purposes; an informal party or reception; as, a church sociable. [Colloq. U. S.]
2. A carriage having two double seats facing each other, and a box for the driver. Miss Edgeworth.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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