Definition

A place where two or more streams or rivers meet and flow together, or a situation where different things come together at one point.

Example

The confluence of the two rivers created a beautiful landscape.

Conversation

Have you ever been to the confluence where the two rivers meet?

Yeah, it's such a beautiful spot!

I love how the water flows together there.

It's amazing to see nature's confluence like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Confluence is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "fluere" (meaning to flow). The word describes the act of flowing together, particularly in reference to rivers or streams meeting at a point.

Memory Tip

Think of two rivers 'flowing together' — 'con-' means together, and 'fluere' means to flow.

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