congeniality

[ kuhn-jee-nee-al-i-tee ]

noun

the quality of being agreeable, suitable, or pleasant: The guest rooms combine the very latest in technology with the best facilities, comfort, and congeniality.
the quality of being well-matched or agreeable to each other; compatibility: In later years, the two men’s friendship was cemented by their intellectual and religious congeniality.

Origin of congeniality

The man who holds ABC/ESPN's wacky goulash of World Cup punditry together strikes viewers as a paragon of congeniality.
World Cup Anchor Mike Tirico’s Bizarre History: Reports of Stalking and Sexual Harassment | Marlow Stern | July 1, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
Unlike Miss congeniality and its sequel, in which Bullock plays an FBI agent, this is definitely not a romantic comedy.
'The Heat' Will Be a Hit, But Not a Game-Changer | Kevin Fallon | June 27, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
Not only did Palin show off her skills as a flutist as well, but she was awarded the title of Miss congeniality.
15 Hilarious Pageant Moments | | June 18, 2013 | THE DAILY BEAST
Known for his easy-going California attitude, he is respected for his creativity, work ethic, and congeniality.
Richard Grenell on Why We’re Still Talking About Clint | Richard A. Grenell | September 4, 2012 | THE DAILY BEAST
Quite a few years had passed since Bullock was pulling in big box office with Miss congeniality and Two Weeks Notice.
Sandra's $200 Million Year | Kim Masters | December 2, 2009 | THE DAILY BEAST

Jacinth on her side was conscious of a good deal of congeniality between herself and her aunt.
Robin Redbreast | Mary Louisa Molesworth
Without congeniality there cannot be much influence, at least not in the case of so exclusive and fastidious a nature as Chopin's.
Frederick Chopin as a Man and Musician | Frederick Niecks
With regard to Bellini, Chopin's sympathy was strengthened by the congeniality of their individual temperaments.
Frederick Chopin as a Man and Musician | Frederick Niecks
Society is split into strata made up largely through community of interest, and congeniality of ideas and thoughts.
The Modern Ku Klux Klan | Henry Peck Fry
Nothing wears better than good sense, and nothing is more essential to permanent congeniality and usefulness.
The Hearth-Stone | Samuel Osgood

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