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conversational
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Conversational
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con·ver·sa·tion·al
/
ˌkɒn
vərˈseɪ
ʃə
nl
/
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[
kon-ver-
sey
-sh
uh
-nl
]
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adjective
1.
of, pertaining to, or characteristic of
conversation
:
a conversational tone of voice.
2.
able or ready to
converse
; given to
conversation
.
Origin:
1770–80;
conversation
+
-al
1
Related forms
con·ver·sa·tion·al·ly,
adverb
non·con·ver·sa·tion·al,
adjective
non·con·ver·sa·tion·al·ly,
adverb
pre·con·ver·sa·tion·al,
adjective
un·con·ver·sa·tion·al,
adjective
Synonyms
1.
See
colloquial
.
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conversational
(ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃən
ə
l)
—
adj
1.
of, using, or in the manner of conversation
2.
inclined to or skilled in conversation; conversable
conver'sationally
—
adv
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Example sentences
Built-in sound reduction adds
conversational
clarity in crowded public spaces
and on busy roadways.
But the opportunities inherent in being part of a
conversational
news culture
are enormous.
His sermons are
conversational
, delivered in a folksy, raspy voice.
The interviews are entirely anecdotal and
conversational
, making the experience
more raw and powerful.
While such words convey friendliness and a
conversational
tone, few stories apply to everyone.
These combinations are also rife with possibilities for
conversational
lags, awkward moments, and social miscues.
Also, in general, be prepared for a
conversational
style.
It precludes thinking aloud and thereby precludes
conversational
discovery.
But you're mistaking your preference for
conversational
style for being the best
conversational
style.
And their
conversational
skills took the biggest nosedive while they were trying to navigate intersections or handle traffic.
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