gregarious meaning and definition

GREGARIOUS adjective

Definition of gregarious (adjective)

1. (of animals) tending to form a group with others of the same species
   • "gregarious bird species"
   • antonym: ungregarious
2. instinctively or temperamentally seeking and enjoying the company of others
   • "he is a gregarious person who avoids solitude"
3. (of plants) growing in groups that are close together
   • antonym: ungregarious