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Gregarious

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gri-GAIR-ee-us

Definition

(adjective) Fond of company; sociable.

Example

Always gregarious, Mia effortlessly gathered people together wherever she went.

Word Origin

From Latin gregarius, meaning “belonging to a flock,” from grex — “herd” or “group.”

Fun Fact

In biology, animals described as gregarious naturally seek out groups—think flocking birds, schooling fish, or grazing herds. Humans show similar patterns: social behavior often strengthens memory, resilience, and mood. The word paints a picture of someone who thrives when surrounded by others, moving through life the way birds lift together on a shared current.