convergence

noun

kən-ˈvər-jən(t)s How to pronounce convergence (audio)
Definition of convergencenext
as in confluence
the coming together of two or more things to the same point the convergence of the city's major arteries on a single rotary

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Recent Examples of convergence Several other brands have activated during high-stakes competitions and inked their own collaborations that tap into the convergence of beauty and sports this year. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026 Guggenheim is not the only private-credit firm building an empire around the convergence of insurance and private markets. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 23 Aug. 2026 Restaurants Have Little Room To Absorb Another Shock That convergence arrives at an uncomfortable time for food-away-from-home operators. — Phil Kafarakis, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The story of sardines feeding Japan’s war machine illustrates the convergence of technology, environment and imperialism. — Pei-Hsu Lin, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for convergence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for convergence
  1. confluence
  2. merging
  3. combining
  4. combination
Noun
  • Chinese authorities also warned that a barrier lake, which formed at the confluence of the Tsogyal and the Purupqiangzangbu rivers, is overflowing and may burst.
    — Niranjan Shrestha, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The final price tag stunned the industry and reflected a confluence of factors inside and outside San Diego.
    — Dennis Lin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of confluence
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  • Founded in 2013, Off-White pioneered the merging of the worlds of streetwear and luxury that drove much of fashion in the mid-2010s.
    — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The agreement comes on the heels of Pine Villa Elementary merging with Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts to form a K-12 campus in Goulds.
    — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of merging
Noun
  • Bonta's announcement did not focus on the combining of CBS News and CNN.
    — David Folkenflik, NPR, 13 July 2026
  • On the streaming side, the statement explained that consumers will benefit from the stronger alternative to Netflix that will presumably be formed by the combining of HBO Max and Paramount+.
    — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Definition of combining
Noun
  • No need to worry about adding structure to your outfit; the combination of baggy jeans and the sharpness of your heels will naturally create a balanced uniform.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Recently reported results indicate that the personalized medication, taken in combination with the immunotherapy Keytruda, met its main goal, reducing the chances of the cancer coming back within five years of the initial treatment by 49%.
    — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of combination

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“Convergence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convergence. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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