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
On the software front, Google announced two important directions for Gemini, its generative AI assistant — a more conversant voice mode dubbed Gemini Live, along with a pair of new ways that Gemini can interact with more of one's personal data.
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Ina Fried, Axios, 13 Aug. 2024
In addition, because virtually every global challenge—from trade to climate—has a tech aspect, all US diplomats need to be conversant in the topic.
—Eric Geller, WIRED, 2 July 2024
Now an identity of ideas depends materially upon a sameness of things or objects with which the people of the two countries are conversant.
—Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024
Community-facing folks need to respond to questions on the fly and be conversant on major priorities, as well as understand the boundaries of their roles and how to handle unexpected questions or situations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
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Ina Fried, Axios, 13 Aug. 2024
In addition, because virtually every global challenge—from trade to climate—has a tech aspect, all US diplomats need to be conversant in the topic.
—Eric Geller, WIRED, 2 July 2024
Now an identity of ideas depends materially upon a sameness of things or objects with which the people of the two countries are conversant.
—Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 19 Apr. 2024
Community-facing folks need to respond to questions on the fly and be conversant on major priorities, as well as understand the boundaries of their roles and how to handle unexpected questions or situations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conversant
Adjective
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Broncos fans became acquainted with Perine in 2023 as the veteran running back who turned into a favorite third-down target and a two-minute weapon for Russell Wilson.—
Troy Renck,
The Denver Post,
4 Feb. 2025
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Research potential employers and become acquainted with their primary products, financial and commercial performance, values and business activities.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Now suppose your new whip-smart and informed marketing AI agent handled these tasks automatically, even optimizing placements precisely for the best results.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.—
Sigal Samuel,
Vox,
21 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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While speakers hit on familiar policy goals, such as cracking down on pharmacy benefit managers and removing the government's hand from drug pricing, there was a lot of talk about how to keep people out of hospitals through more preventative care.—
Tina Reed,
Axios,
24 Feb. 2025
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During a scene in the second episode of season 3, which aired on Sunday, Feb. 23, a familiar voice appeared on the other end of a panicked phone call from Jason Isaacs’ Timothy Ratliff.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
24 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Follow these tips from Pierce and Owen to keep foxes at a safe distance: Be aware that foxes are part of the landscape.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2025
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While most individuals are obviously aware of cyber attacks and their consequences, consistent preparation, and resilience-building are the keys to long-term success.—
James Hadley,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Conversant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conversant. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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