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conjunct

adjective

kən-ˈjəŋ(k)t How to pronounce conjunct (audio)
Definition of conjunctnext
as in joint
used or done by a number of people as a group the supreme commander of the conjunct operations of the allied armies

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Recent Examples of conjunct To start with the most important, the new moon is conjunct Mercury, meaning that our minds and emotions are in a place of balance. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026 Venus is conjunct this moon, gently reminding us that there’s also something beautiful behind the next hill. — Marie Bladt, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025 This is the last time in your lifetime these two planets will be conjunct and direct in Pisces, in your vision zone. — Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for conjunct
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjunct
  1. joint
  2. combined
  3. collaborative
  4. collective
  5. mutual
Adjective
  • Trump was warned ahead of the war by his joint chiefs of staff that Iran could attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz in response.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The newlyweds skipped a joint red carpet appearance but enjoyed time together inside the event as they were photographed taking in the action.
    — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of joint
Adjective
  • By one calculation, a combined United-American would account for 40% of US domestic flying capacity.
    — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Corbin Burnes and Josh Hader of the Milwaukee Brewers throw a combined no-hitter to beat the Cleveland Indians 3-0.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of combined
Adjective
  • Their commitment demonstrates that a more inclusive and collaborative creative culture is not only possible.
    — Rica Cerbarano, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Circus veterans and musical-theater pros merge skills onstage, with performers learning trapeze, aerial work and puppetry under collaborative leaders who emphasize one unified troupe — and absolute trust during death-defying feats.
    — Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of collaborative
Adjective
  • Prosecutors argued Lil Durk conspired with five members of his Only the Family (OTF) collective to kill Tyquian Bowman, alias Quando Rondo.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 12 Sep. 2026
  • And as the Bears defense looks to make a jump this season, the collective energy and effort from their defensive tackles will be key.
    — Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of collective
Adjective
  • That convenience is only possible thanks to decades of free trade, friendship and mutual trust.
    — Rachel Siegel, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Trump also has been highly critical of NATO, arguing that European countries aren’t spending enough money on the military and thus aren’t paying their fair share of the alliance’s mutual defense.
    — Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of mutual

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“Conjunct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjunct. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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