adj
conversational
kon-vuh-SAY-shuh-nuhl
adj
1
Relaxed and informal, as if speaking in ordinary conversation.
"The author writes in a warm, conversational tone."
"He gave the lecture in a friendly, conversational style."
2
Comfortable at making everyday conversation.
"She's very conversational and puts people at ease immediately."
How to Use Conversational
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSounding like natural, easy talk rather than something formal or written.
Common pairings
conversational tone
conversational style
Word Forms
more conversational comparative, most conversational superlative
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Rhymes for conversational
coronal
rational
diagonal
personal
seasonal
national
optional
regional
hormonal
fictional
emotional
irrational
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