Conversationalist

/kənˈvɜːsəˌneɪʃənəlɪst/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who is skilled in engaging in conversation.
At the dinner party, she proved to be an excellent conversationalist, effortlessly sparking lively discussions.
A person known for engaging in pleasant and interesting dialogue.
My grandfather was a remarkable conversationalist, always sharing fascinating stories from his youth.
Someone who enjoys talking and interacting with others.
As a natural conversationalist, he made new friends wherever he went.

Etymology

Derived from 'conversation' + '-ist' indicating a person who participates in conversations.

Common Phrases and Expressions

small talk
Casual or informal conversation about unimportant topics.
in good company
In the presence of enjoyable people, often leading to pleasant conversation.
have a word with someone
To talk to someone about a specific issue or topic.

Related Words

discourse
Written or spoken communication or debate.
dialogue
A conversation between two or more people as a feature of a book, play, or movie.
discussion
The action or process of talking about something to reach a decision or to exchange ideas.

Slang Meanings

Chatterbox
You know her, she's such a chatterbox at parties!
Gabber
He’s a real gabber, always sharing stories with everyone.