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gregariousness

[ɡrɪˈɡɛːriəsnəs]
noun
gregariedade
1. The quality or state of being gregarious; the tendency to associate with others of one's kind; sociability
The gregariousness of humans is evident in our tendency to form communities and social groups.
A gregariedade dos humanos é evidente em nossa tendência de formar comunidades e grupos sociais.
2. In biology, the instinct or behavior of animals to live together in groups or herds
The gregariousness of sheep makes them naturally inclined to stay together in flocks.
A gregariedade das ovelhas as torna naturalmente inclinadas a permanecer juntas em rebanhos.
Synonyms
sociabilitysociablenessfriendlinesscompanionship
Antonyms
solitudeisolationsolitarinessunsociability

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
gregariedade
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
gregariedade
Standard usage in European Portuguese
General Brazilian
sociabilidade
Alternative translation emphasizing social aspect

Related Idioms & Phrases

safety in numbers
strength in unity
birds of a feather flock together
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