CONVERSANT Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

conversant

adjective

kən-ˈvər-sᵊnt

Definition of conversant

as in acquainted

having information especially as a result of study or experience a world traveler who is highly conversant with the customs of foreign cultures

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Recent Examples of conversant Not everyone is as conversant with younger shoppers as Golden Goose, but the stakes are high for almost every brand. — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025 As someone who grew up as an executive at CBS, the executive who was promoted to entertainment president last year is extremely conversant in the building blocks of television. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 May 2025 The site is conversant and uses casual and understandable language. — PCMAG, 3 Mar. 2025 Ideally, the future president and CEO will be conversant with the issues of regulation of trade, immigration, and investment in public and business infrastructure on both sides of the border. — Julian Palombo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for conversant

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Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz Classic-TV enthusiasts are well acquainted with the impact Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz had on the medium.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026
But that conflict quickly fizzles as both parents become acquainted with this robot, whose memories only extend to the information the couple provided.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of acquainted

Adjective

Gaining real-time market intelligence can help leaders make more informed decisions, even when the future remains uncertain.

— Lee Kiser, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Knowing what those dates really mean will help Californians make informed decisions and avoid throwing away food unnecessarily while getting more value from every trip to the grocery store.

— LeeAnn Weintraub, Oc Register, 25 July 2026

Definition of informed

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With elite experience and versatility, Cancelo is a bargain signing for Flick and Barça while already aware of how things work at the Spotify Camp Nou tactically and cultureally.

— Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Drivers should pay extra attention while passing through work zones and be aware of all workers and repair equipment.

— Allison Kiehl, Chicago Tribune, 2 Aug. 2026

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