confluence — the junction of two or more rivers; a flowing together of ideas, people, or cultures
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the junction of two or more rivers; a flowing together of ideas, people, or cultures
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːnfluəns/
Korean meaning: 두 개 이상의 강이 만나는 지점; 사상, 사람, 문화의 만남과 합류
Korean pronunciation: **컨**플루언스
Example Sentences
- The coffee shop became a confluence of students, freelancers, and conspiracy theorists arguing about WiFi passwords.
- The confluence of technology and education has revolutionized modern learning.
- At the confluence of laziness and hunger, the microwave was invented.
confluence
NOUN//ˈkɑːnfluəns//
the junction of two or more rivers; a flowing together of ideas, people, or cultures
Rivers flowing together at junction
Where rivers confluence, affluence meets influence!
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Origin
From Latin 'confluentia', derived from 'confluere' meaning 'to flow together'. This comes from the prefix 'con-' (together) and 'fluere' (to flow).
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“The coffee shop became a confluence of students, freelancers, and conspiracy theorists arguing about WiFi passwords.”
“The confluence of technology and education has revolutionized modern learning.”
“At the confluence of laziness and hunger, the microwave was invented.”
“The ancient city prospered due to its location at the confluence of major trade routes.”
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