CONVERSANT Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

conversant

adjective

kən-ˈvər-sᵊnt

Definition of conversant

as in acquainted

having information especially as a result of study or experience a world traveler who is highly conversant with the customs of foreign cultures

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Recent Examples of conversant Not everyone is as conversant with younger shoppers as Golden Goose, but the stakes are high for almost every brand. — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025 As someone who grew up as an executive at CBS, the executive who was promoted to entertainment president last year is extremely conversant in the building blocks of television. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 May 2025 The site is conversant and uses casual and understandable language. — PCMAG, 3 Mar. 2025 Ideally, the future president and CEO will be conversant with the issues of regulation of trade, immigration, and investment in public and business infrastructure on both sides of the border. — Julian Palombo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for conversant

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While the UConn Huskies men’s and women’s basketball teams know the thrill of national championships, our football fans are more acquainted with the highs-and-lows of an upstart contender and an uphill battle.

— U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026
Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Classic-TV enthusiasts are well acquainted with the impact Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz had on the medium.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026

Definition of acquainted

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No one should underestimate the mortal significance of medical discreetness; researchers are well aware that many patients risk their own health due to the stigma associated with requiring medical help.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Most law firms are likely not even aware of Google’s new offerings, and yet the capabilities and benefits appear to be substantial – and cost-effective.

— Gene Marks, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

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