confab

noun

con·​fab ˈkän-ˌfab  kən-ˈfab 

1

: chat sense 1

2

: discussion, conference

confab

kən-ˈfab  ˈkän-ˌfab 

intransitive verb

Synonyms of confab

• discussion
• debate
• consultation
• consult
• conference
• talk
• meeting
• conversation

Examples of confab in a Sentence

we had a little confab about the merits of the plan

after the requisite confab, we got down to business

Recent Examples on the Web

New Nordic Films, the Norwegian International Film Festival’s industry confab in Haugesund, has announced the program for its first ever French Focus, set up to foster partnerships and co-productions between France and the Nordic countries. — Annika Pham, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026

That confab is expected to be held on July 25, just 48 hours ahead of a July 27 deadline set by Maine law to replace Platner, who Friday filed paperwork to officially withdraw from the race. — Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 July 2026

The third edition of the Seriesly Berlin confab will take a deep dive into what creative freedom means in scripted storytelling, while adding a creator strand and a new venue for premiere screenings. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 24 June 2026

The confab comes as the iPhone maker's stock is on a roll, up more than 20% since the end of March. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 7 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1701, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for confab

• ahab
• cantab
• hijab
• kitab
• prefab
• ab
• cab
• crab
• dab
• drab
• fab
• gab