Definition

Describing something that is opposite or reversed in position, order, or action.

Example

The converse of the statement is also true in this case.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the converse of that argument?

Not really, what do you mean?

Well, if we look at it from the opposite perspective, it changes everything.

That's true! It's interesting how the converse can shift our understanding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To talk with someone in a friendly way, sharing thoughts and ideas.

Example

They often converse about their favorite books over coffee.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love it when we can just converse about anything.

Me too! It feels really refreshing.

Yeah, sometimes I just need to talk things out with a friend.

Definition

A spoken exchange of thoughts, ideas, or feelings between people; a conversation.

Example

During our walk, we had a pleasant converse about our favorite books.

Conversation

I really enjoy our time to converse about different topics.

Me too! It's always interesting to hear your thoughts.

Yeah, I feel like we learn a lot from each other during our converse.

Root Explanation

Converse → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "vertere" (meaning to turn). The word "converse" means to turn together in conversation or dialogue.

Memory Tip

Think of people 'turning together' in a conversation — 'con-' means together, and 'vertere' means to turn.

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