ssociable Meaning, Definition & Usage

SSo"cia*ble adjective

Etymology

F., fr. L. sociabilis, fr. sociare to associate, fr. socius a companion. See Social.

Definitions

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. Syn. -- Social; companionable; conversible; friendly; familiar; communicative; accessible.