What was it that made this notion of mimesis, in spite of its inherent difficulties that only the dialectical method enables him to avoid, seem so useful and congenial to Plato?.
suitable to your needs or similar to your nature; "a congenial atmosphere to work in"; "two congenial spirits united by mutual confidence and reciprocal virtues"- T L Peacock
used of plants; capable of cross-fertilization or of being grafted suitable to your needs or similar to your nature; "a congenial atmosphere to work in"; "two congenial spirits united