converge
Converge (verb) means to move from different directions toward the same point, gradually getting closer together. Example: “Several major roads converge on the town square.”
How to use converge
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo come together at a single point, whether that means people, roads, opinions, or numbers in a maths problem.
Word forms
converged past tense, converges singular
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Several major roads _____ on the town square.
Etymology
From Latin con- ("together") + vergere ("to bend, incline") — literally "to bend toward one another."
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What does “converge” mean?
The word “converge” means to move from different directions toward the same point, gradually getting closer together. In plain terms, to come together at a single point, whether that means people, roads, opinions, or numbers in a maths problem.
How do you pronounce “converge”?
“Converge” is pronounced kuhn-VURJ (/kənˈvɜːd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “converge” in a sentence?
Here is “converge” used in a sentence: “Several major roads converge on the town square.”
What is the opposite of “converge”?
The opposite of “converge” — its antonyms — is diverge.
What part of speech is “converge”?
“Converge” is a verb.
Where does the word “converge” come from?
The word “converge” comes from Latin. From Latin con- ("together") + vergere ("to bend, incline") — literally "to bend toward one another.".
Is “converge” a common word?
“Converge” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “converge” have?
“Converge” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move from different directions toward the same point, gradually getting closer together.