conversational
1 synonym and 1 antonym for conversational, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relaxed and informal, as if speaking in ordinary conversation.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use conversational
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
conversational tone
conversational style
Etymology
Formed from conversation and -al.
Full origin of conversational →Frequently asked questions
What does “conversational” mean?
The word “conversational” means relaxed and informal, as if speaking in ordinary conversation. In plain terms, sounding like natural, easy talk rather than something formal or written.
How do you pronounce “conversational”?
“Conversational” is pronounced kon-vuh-SAY-shuh-nuhl (/ˌkɒnvə(ɹ)ˈseɪʃənəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “conversational” in a sentence?
Here is “conversational” used in a sentence: “The author writes in a warm, conversational tone.”
What part of speech is “conversational”?
“Conversational” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “conversational” have?
“Conversational” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relaxed and informal, as if speaking in ordinary conversation.
