conversationalist

/,kɔnvə'seiʃnəlist/ Cách viết khác : (conversationist) /,kɔnvə'seiʃənist/

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Word: Conversationalist

Definition: A conversationalist is a noun that describes someone who is skilled at engaging in conversations. This person is good at talking with others, sharing ideas, and listening well.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "conversationalist" to describe anyone who is particularly good at talking and making conversations enjoyable.
• It is often used in social contexts, such as at parties, meetings, or casual gatherings.

Example Sentence:

• "Maria is a great conversationalist; she can talk to anyone about anything!"

Advanced Usage:

• In more formal settings, you might say, "His ability as a conversationalist allows him to connect with people from diverse backgrounds."

Word Variants:

• Conversational (adjective): Relating to conversation.
  • Example: "They had a conversational tone during their discussion."
• Conversate (verb, informal): To engage in conversation.
  • Example: "They love to conversate about books and movies."

Different Meanings:

• The term "conversationalist" specifically refers to someone skilled in conversation and does not have multiple meanings.

Synonyms:

• Chatty person
• Talker
• Communicator
• Discourser (less common)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Break the ice": To start a conversation in a social setting, especially among people who do not know each other well.

  • Example: "To break the ice, he told a funny story at the beginning of the meeting."

• "Shoot the breeze": To have a casual conversation or to chat about unimportant things.

  • Example: "We spent the afternoon just shooting the breeze at the café."

Summary:

A conversationalist is someone who is talented at having conversations, making them feel natural and engaging.

Academic

Noun

1. someone skilled at conversation

Synonyms

• conversationist
• schmoozer