conversational

adjective

Definition of conversationalnext
1
as in talkative
fond of talking or conversation the antiques dealer is not the conversational sort, so customers should not expect any impromptu chats

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2
as in colloquial
having the style and content of everyday conversation struck a very conversational tone in his reports of his travels through foreign countries

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3
as in vernacular
used in or suitable for speech and not formal writing uses conversational language instead of more stilted expressions in her campaign speeches

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conversational
  1. talkative
  2. colloquial
  3. vernacular
  4. communicative
  5. informal
Adjective
  • Those born under the Gemini zodiac sign are said to be talkative, outgoing and adaptable.
    Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 18 June 2024
  • Crying babies and talkative couples aside, the sound of the plane’s engine alone can be enough to make in-flight naps feel impossible.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2024
Definition of talkative
Adjective
  • The oceanic pole of inaccessibility goes by a more colloquial name: Point Nemo.
    Cullen Murphy, The Atlantic, 11 Oct. 2024
  • The term shart is a colloquial reference for a wet fart, or when watery stool accidentally slips out while passing gas.
    Cristina Mutchler, Health, 6 Oct. 2024
Definition of colloquial
Adjective
  • Amaral’s unclassifiable work combines Modernist principles with pre-Columbian art and the vernacular traditions of her country.
    Lee Sharrock, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Intergenerational internet vernacular, there should be a sociology course on it.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of vernacular
Adjective
  • Furthermore, leaders must be transparent and communicative throughout the ERP implementation process.
    Miguel Llorca, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
  • Be clear and communicative about what turns you on.
    Lexi Petronis, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2024
Definition of communicative
Adjective
  • Whatever the result of those efforts, and whether or not Musk has a formal or informal government role in Trump’s new administration, the last thing that Tesla investors would want to see is Musk being further distracted from his time running Tesla, said Ives.
    CNN.com, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • Though Zara is not a full-time working royal like her cousin Prince William, she and her husband are often spotted at the royal family's formal and informal events, from King Charles' coronation to Royal Ascot and holiday church outings.
    Janine Henni, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of informal
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