Gregarious
— fond to be with other people; sociable
Gregarious describes someone who is fond of company and enjoys being around other people — naturally sociable, outgoing, and energised by social interaction. A gregarious person thrives in groups and actively seeks out conversation and companionship.
In biology, gregarious is also used to describe animals that live in flocks, herds, or colonies rather than in isolation. Both senses share the core idea of preferring togetherness over solitude. The word carries a warm, positive connotation — it suggests friendliness and approachability rather than neediness.
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GREG ARE US
The keyword GREG ARE US comes from how Gregarious sounds when spoken aloud. This pronunciation connection makes it easy to recall the keyword whenever you hear or see the word.
Memory Link
"GREG, ARE you with US?" they asked—he was always fond of being with other people, very sociable!
Picture a group of friends calling out "GREG, ARE you with US?" because Greg is always in the middle of the crowd, always sociable, always the first to join every gathering. GREG ARE US gives you the keyword, and the image of someone who is constantly sought out for company captures the meaning of gregarious. Visualise Greg surrounded by friends at a bustling party, laughing and chatting with everyone, unable to resist the pull of good company.
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Usage Examples
- Her gregarious personality made her the life of every party she attended.
- Gregarious by nature, he could strike up a conversation with a complete stranger within seconds.
- Wolves are gregarious animals that depend on their pack for survival and social bonding.
- The gregarious host moved from table to table, making sure every guest felt welcome.
- Despite his gregarious public persona, he was surprisingly private about his personal life.
Etymology of Gregarious
From Latin gregarius, meaning "of or pertaining to a flock," derived from grex (flock, herd). The word originally described animals that naturally group together and was later extended to people who are sociable and enjoy the company of others.
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