Synonyms of confluence

confluence

noun

ˈkän-ˌflü-ən(t)s 

as in convergence

the coming together of two or more things to the same point

a happy confluence of beautiful weather and spectacular scenery during our vacation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• convergence
• merging
• combination
• combining
• convergency
• conjunction
• meeting
• consolidation
• unification
• connecting
• linking
• junction
• juncture
• connection
• joining
• union
• coupling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• divergence

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of confluence

Al-Qaeda arose at the confluence of post-Cold War globalization and unipolar violence. — Faisal Devji, Time, 11 Sep. 2026

Tropical storms are not necessarily unusual this time of year for Southern California, but what’s particularly striking about the flooding this week is the confluence of powerful waves on top of higher-than-high tides. — Rosanna Xia, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026

But lately, the confluence of athletes and fashion makes business sense, too, with sports offering a wider playing field for brands. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

The turmoil is being driven by a confluence of separate but related forces. — Matt Egan, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026