convergent

[kənˈvɜːdʒənt]

convergent Definition

  • 1coming closer together; tending to meet
  • 2of or involving convergent series or sequences

Using convergent: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "convergent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The lines are convergent at this point.

  • Example

    The convergent opinions of the committee led to a unanimous decision.

  • Example

    The company's convergent strategy brought together different departments to work towards a common goal.

convergent Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for convergent

Phrases with convergent

  • the process whereby organisms not closely related, independently evolve similar traits as a result of having to adapt to similar environments or ecological niches

    Example

    The wings of birds and bats are an example of convergent evolution.

  • a cognitive process that involves bringing together different ideas or pieces of information to solve a problem or generate new ideas

    Example

    Convergent thinking is often used in standardized tests to evaluate a student's ability to reason and analyze information.

  • a boundary between two tectonic plates that are moving towards each other, resulting in the formation of mountains, earthquakes, and volcanic activity

    Example

    The Himalayas were formed by the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates at a convergent boundary.

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Summary: convergent in Brief

The term 'convergent' [kənˈvɜːdʒənt] describes things that are coming closer together or tending to meet. It can refer to physical objects like lines or opinions, or abstract concepts like strategies or thinking processes. Examples include 'The lines are convergent at this point.' and 'The company's convergent strategy brought together different departments to work towards a common goal.' 'Convergent' also appears in phrases like 'convergent evolution,' describing the independent evolution of similar traits in unrelated organisms adapting to similar environments.