Definition

A person who participates in a formal conversation or dialogue.

Example

The colloquist shared insightful ideas during the discussion.

Conversation

I heard you were a great colloquist at the debate last week.

Thanks! I really enjoyed participating in that discussion.

I wish I could be as confident as a colloquist like you.

You just need to practice more; it gets easier with time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Colloquist is formed from "col-" (meaning together) and "loqui" (meaning to speak). The word refers to someone who speaks together with others, often in a conversation or dialogue.

Memory Tip

Think of people 'speaking together' — 'col-' means together, and 'loqui' means to speak.

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