I. ˈsō-shə-bəl adjective
Etymology: Middle French or Latin; Middle French, from Latin sociabilis, from sociare to join, associate, from socius
Date: 1511
1. : inclined by nature to companionship with others of the same species : social
2.
a. : inclined to seek or enjoy companionship
b. : marked by or conducive to friendliness or pleasant social relations
Synonyms: see gracious
• so·cia·ble·ness noun
• so·cia·bly -blē adverb
II. noun
Date: 1750
: an informal social gathering frequently involving a special activity or interest