synonyms GRACIOUS, CORDIAL, AFFABLE, GENIAL, SOCIABLE mean markedly pleasant and easy in social intercourse.
GRACIOUS implies courtesy and kindly consideration <the gracious award winner thanked her colleagues>.
CORDIAL stresses warmth and heartiness <our host was cordial as he greeted us>.
AFFABLE implies easy approachability and readiness to respond pleasantly to conversation or requests or proposals <though wealthy, she was affable to all>.
GENIAL stresses cheerfulness and even joviality <a genial companion with a ready quip>.
SOCIABLE suggests a genuine liking for the companionship of others <sociable people who enjoy entertaining>.