convergence
Translation
convergence, meeting, coming together, confluence
Examples
The convergence of the two rivers is impressive.
The convergence of the two rivers is impressive.
We are seeing a convergence of interests.
We are seeing a convergence of interests.
Grammar Patterns
the convergence ((of sth.)) The convergence of technologies is changing our lives.
a convergence ((between sth.)) There is a convergence between their political views.
Similar Words
Synonyms: meeting, union, confluence; Antonyms: divergence, separation
Etymology
From the verb 'converge' + the noun-forming suffix '-ence'. It signifies the act or state of converging.
Memory Tips
Remember that '-ence' often makes a word a noun. This is the noun for the action of 'converging'.