convergence

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

UK: /kənˈvɜː.dʒəns/ | US: /kənˈvɝː.dʒəns/

Definitions

• The process or state of converging.
• Coming together or merging into a common point.
• The tendency of different technologies, ideas, or systems to evolve towards similarity.

Usage Examples

• "The convergence of technology and education has transformed learning."
• "A convergence of political ideologies led to a new coalition government."
• "The convergence of the rivers creates a beautiful delta."

Etymology

From Latin "convergere," meaning "to incline together," derived from "com-" (together) and "vergere" (to bend or turn).

Synonyms

• Union
• Meeting
• Intersection
• Alignment

Antonyms

• Divergence
• Separation
• Disparity

Translations

Major Global Languages

Indian Languages

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In British English, the second syllable is more emphasized, while in American English, the stress on the first syllable is more prominent.

Historical Usage

The word "convergence" has been used in scientific, technological, and philosophical contexts since the 17th century.

Cultural Nuances

In business and technology, convergence refers to the merging of different systems into one, such as media convergence.

More Information

In mathematics, "convergence" describes the tendency of a sequence to approach a limit. In biology, it refers to evolutionary convergence, where different species develop similar traits due to similar environments.