Pronunciation: /ˈkɔrdʒəl/
noun a sweet drink made from fruits or flowers
A1 I always appreciate a cordial greeting when I walk into a store.
A2 The cordial relationship between the two countries helped facilitate diplomatic negotiations.
B1 The cordial invitation to the party made me feel welcomed.
B2 The cordial atmosphere at the conference encouraged open communication among attendees.
C1 The cordial exchange of ideas between the scientists led to groundbreaking discoveries.
C2 The cordial reception of the new policy by the public was unexpected but welcomed by the government.
adjective warm and friendly; polite and respectful
A1 She greeted her new neighbors with a cordial smile.
A2 The receptionist was cordial and welcoming to all the guests.
B1 The team had a cordial discussion to resolve the conflict.
B2 Despite their differences, they maintained a cordial relationship.
C1 The leaders engaged in a cordial exchange of ideas during the summit.
C2 The ambassador's cordial demeanor helped improve diplomatic relations between the two countries.
formal The two diplomats exchanged cordial greetings before the meeting.
informal We had a cordial chat over a cup of coffee.
slang The party was really cordial, everyone was getting along so well.
figurative Despite their differences, they maintained a cordial relationship for the sake of their children.
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