congeniality
noun
con·ge·nial·i·ty
kən-ˌjē-nē-ˈa-lə-tē 
-ˌjēn-ˈya-
: friendly concern, interest, and support : the quality or state of being congenial
a workplace atmosphere of respect and congeniality
In the mind of the voter, compromise and congeniality between the left and the right is as much a strategic choice as a genuine flourishing of good feelings …—
Shervin Malekzadeh
Shervin MalekzadehHer enthusiasm, originality, congeniality, and effective leadership have served to expand the library's value to the community and its public outreach.—Vincent Andrunas
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One person’s smile might mean congeniality or joy, while others might be a nervous expression of fear.
—Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 15 Oct. 2024
Hugh Grant and a scented candle terrorize two young missionaries in the trailer for A24's Heretic
Grant exudes an almost obsequious congeniality before letting something more sinister seep from his pores.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2024
In her 25 years on the bench, she was known for her congeniality and independence.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2023
What makes Pence so puzzling is a devotion to ideals (Christian faith, country, family) that dances uneasily with ambition and congeniality.
—T.a. Frank, Washington Post, 28 June 2023
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Boone Ashworth, WIRED, 15 Oct. 2024
Hugh Grant and a scented candle terrorize two young missionaries in the trailer for A24's Heretic
Grant exudes an almost obsequious congeniality before letting something more sinister seep from his pores.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 10 Sep. 2024
In her 25 years on the bench, she was known for her congeniality and independence.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2023
What makes Pence so puzzling is a devotion to ideals (Christian faith, country, family) that dances uneasily with ambition and congeniality.
—T.a. Frank, Washington Post, 28 June 2023
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“Congeniality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/congeniality. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.
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