dialogue

noun

ˈdī-ə-ˌlȯg How to pronounce dialogue (audio)
variants also dialog
Definition of dialoguenext
1
as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue calling for an international dialogue on human rights

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2
as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people coworkers having a short dialogue about politics at the watercooler before heading back to work

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Recent Examples of dialogue The dialogue was largely improvised based on a loose plot summary posted behind the stage for the performers to refer to. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2026 Instead, the union congratulated the mayor-elect and said its president, Ricky Mendoza, had reached out to establish a dialogue with her. — Teresa Liu, Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026 Then again, neither is the movie’s contemporary English dialogue, or choice of Matt Damon as the beleaguered king of Ithaca. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2026 Instead, the heated dialogue is an expression of the inner life of the family and its time. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dialogue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
  1. discussion
  2. conversation
  3. consultation
  4. converse
  5. debate
  6. exchange
  7. consult
  8. discourse
Noun
  • Malik Willis’ injury and Kyle McCord’s move into the starting lineup dominated much of the discussion at Thursday’s weekly session with a handful of Dolphins assistant coaches.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The discussions followed two days of negotiations involving Russian, Ukrainian and American representatives in Abu Dhabi.
    — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • During the conversation, the comedian and award-winning podcaster shared that there was one specific guest who left her in awe.
    — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Riley’s name has been quietly popping up in Heisman Trophy conversations in recent weeks as the 5-foot-10 running back has led the nation in rushing yards for much of the season.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • Marking its fourth consecutive year at AFM, the China Film Pavilion served as a central hub for cross-border deal-making and policy consultation.
    — Partner Content, Variety, 13 Nov. 2026
  • In my view, mandatory public consultation before deploying such systems in a community would improve the legitimacy of the program and of the implementing government.
    — TK Vinod Kumar, The Conversation, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of consultation
Noun
  • In another, Seyfried and Fielder converse intimately by a fireplace.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Recorded at The Stand in New York City, The Guest Spot will see Shaw converse with guests from the stand-up, digital and comedy worlds.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of converse
Noun
  • Build lasting centers for constitutional study and serious debate.
    — Ilya Shapiro, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Put owners at the center of research, public debate and policy, and measure whether business success is improving their lives.
    — Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, Fortune, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • Kushner also confirmed progress on the prisoner exchange, saying the negotiations had helped finalize arrangements for the return of thousands of people affected by the war.
    — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026
  • The Tampa businessman, during his testimony, tied Sanon to the plot after testifying about their exchanges before and after the assassination.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of exchange
Noun
  • Danielle Friedman does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
    — Danielle Friedman, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Expect more brands to pair products with questionnaires, telehealth consults or at-home test kits.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of consult
Noun
  • The discourse got heated, topical Halloween costumes abounded.
    — Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The jury was given the space to examine all this without any public discourse crowding their own thoughts out of their head.
    — Luke Jones, Vanity Fair, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of discourse

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