convergent
|con-ver-gent|
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/kənˈvɜrdʒənt/
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/kənˈvɜːdʒənt/
moving toward a common point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'convergent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'convergere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'vergere' meant 'to incline.'
Historical Evolution
'convergere' transformed into the French word 'convergent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'convergent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to incline together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'tending to move toward one point.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tending to move toward one point or to approach each other.
The two roads are convergent as they lead to the city center.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41