colloquy

noun

ˈkä-lə-kwē How to pronounce colloquy (audio)
Definition of colloquynext
1
as in symposium
a meeting featuring a group discussion attended a colloquy on economic globalization

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2
as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue the subject of the spirited colloquy was the disputed authorship of the plays attributed to Shakespeare

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3
as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people a casual colloquy between two old colleagues in the faculty lounge

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Recent Examples of colloquy When the reporters were not to be denied, a Giants press person threatened to shut down the colloquy. — Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 There were some priceless moments in court, including an extended colloquy between Justice Elena Kagan and Hemani’s attorney about a hypothetical statute that Congress might pass to disarm users of the psychedelic drug ayahuasca. — Noah Feldman, Twin Cities, 12 Mar. 2026 There is nothing analytical about Jackiw and Denk’s rendition, which translates all those formal intricacies into an infectious colloquy of voices. — Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024 These artist combinations – or colloquies, as Viveros-Fauné calls them – are especially effective at Stelo Arts and Parallax Art Center. — Briana Miller | , oregonlive, 11 Sep. 2023 Charlie and Joanie’s colloquy in the thoroughfare is also a mutual reassurance that the other’s dream has value. — Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 22 Dec. 2021 While there is inevitably a performative dimension to the colloquy between these two figures who have spent so many years on the public stage, Obama and Springsteen are also both deeply introspective. — BostonGlobe.com, 25 Mar. 2021 And the superb Baryshnikov somehow turns his body to stone, ending the colloquy. — Joan Acocella, The New York Review of Books, 14 May 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for colloquy
  1. symposium
  2. discussion
  3. conversation
  4. seminar
  5. debate
  6. converse
  7. conference
  8. consultation
Noun
  • Those reading the tea leaves even focused on how Warsh kicked off his speech at the economic policy symposium sponsored by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
    — Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Instead, the group has donated to the University of Florida’s foundation and has helped to underwrite McCurdy’s annual kratom symposium, attended by about 100 scientists, to promote research into kratom’s therapeutic potential.
    — Anjeanette Damon, ProPublica, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of symposium
Noun
  • Researchers also identified discussions about using Tor and maintaining communications after shutdowns.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Then the reduced group of selectors will go immediately into discussion on the merits of that candidate.
    — Armando Salguero OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • If those two facets work out as hoped, and Murray’s ability shows in stats that mirror some of his better seasons, the Vikings should be squarely in the conversation to win the NFC North.
    — Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Kadooze to Candiace for plopping right down on the couch and jumping into the conversation instead of letting the snub ruin being a part of the anniversary celebration.
    — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • While his hit-and-run is investigated as a hate crime, the narrator, who is teaching a seminar on autofiction, is more focused on his entanglement with his colleague, Lucie.
    — Jasmine Vojdani, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The four applicants will attend online sessions, tailored mentorship through specialist seminars and workshops, and in-person intensives in London.
    — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
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Noun
  • Evaluation score debates haunt the AI industry The question of benchmark accuracy has come up multiple times in the past.
    — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Raman is now easily scoring off of Bass mishaps, like the mayor’s response to the Lineage warehouse fire and her random broadside against street vendors during a debate in Sherman Oaks last month.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • In her Arizona projects, Lerner says the front is becoming an extension of how people enjoy their morning coffee, move through the day, converse with neighbors in the evening, and relax before going indoors.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • So, Toney and Ulbrich converse and decide what’s best for the defense, and more specifically within Toney’s passing-centric jurisdiction, what’s best for the secondary and back seven in coverage.
    — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of converse
Noun
  • The decision means tight end Dae’Quan Wright and defensive end Zxavian Harris will not suit up for the Tigers this fall after weeks of legal drama, the furthest test yet of a conference attempting some self-governance.
    — Chris Vannini, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Both rebounded last week with wins, but only one will enter conference play with a winning record.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of conference
Noun
  • Packages include 12 hours of rental time, planning consultation, tables and chairs, event setup and tear down, on-site support staff and use of the property for engagement photos.
    — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The government published the findings of the consultation in March, but said there was no clear consensus on strengthening AI copyright laws, despite 81% of respondents endorsing the need for greater copyright protections.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of consultation

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“Colloquy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colloquy. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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