Convergence
/kənˈvɜːrdʒəns/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe state of separate things joining or coming together; the act of converging.
/kənˈvɜːrdʒəns/
The process of coming together or meeting at a common point.
The convergence of different technologies has created new opportunities.
💡 Simply: Imagine a bunch of roads leading to the same spot. Convergence is when things come together, like those roads meeting.
👶 For kids: When things are moving closer and closer to each other, like when you and your friends all meet at the playground.
More Examples
The report discusses the convergence of several key economic factors.
Scientists are studying the convergence of animal migration patterns.
How It's Used
"The convergence of mobile phones and computers has transformed communication."
"Economic convergence between developed and developing nations is a complex process."
"The convergence of tectonic plates can lead to earthquakes."
The tendency for something to approach a particular value or state.
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The process of tending towards a common result or conclusion.
The scientific data demonstrated a clear convergence of evidence.
💡 Simply: Imagine different groups working on the same problem, and they all start to have the same answer. Convergence means they're all heading towards the same result.
👶 For kids: When you and your friends all think the same thing or have the same answer to a question.
More Examples
There has been a convergence in interest between the two companies.
Economic models predict the convergence of inflation rates.
How It's Used
"The series exhibited convergence to a specific limit."
"Despite their differences, there was a convergence of opinions on the environmental issue."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Idioms & expressions
point of convergence
The specific location or moment where things come together.
"The conference was a point of convergence for experts in the field."
From Late Latin *convergentia*, from *convergere* 'to incline together,' from *con-* 'together' + *vergere* 'to bend, turn.'
The word 'convergence' gained prominence in the 19th century with the rise of scientific and technological advancements.
Memory tip
Think of a group of friends walking from different streets, all converging at the park.
Word Origin
"to incline together"