Conversation

/kənˈvərsəˌshən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A spoken or written exchange of thoughts, ideas, or feelings between two or more people.
Their conversation lasted for hours as they shared stories and laughter.
A discourse or debate on a specific topic.
The conversation about environmental issues was very engaging.
A situation in which people talk to each other in an informal way.
We had a pleasant conversation over coffee.

Etymology

Late Middle English: from Old French 'conversation', from Latin 'conversatio(n-)' 'acting of turning about or with', from 'conversari'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Have a heart-to-heart
A deep, personal conversation.
Small talk
Casual or light conversation about trivial matters.
In conversation with
Engaged in a dialogue with someone.

Related Words

dialogue
A conversation between two or more people.
discourse
Written or spoken communication or debate.
interview
A conversation in which one person asks questions and another provides answers.

Slang Meanings

Chit-chat
We had some chit-chat before the meeting started.
Shoot the breeze
We were just shooting the breeze at the bar.