converge
word
Definition
To come together from different directions and meet at the same point. It can describe lines, paths, people, ideas or events becoming united or similar.
Usage & Nuances
'Converge' is a formal or academic verb. Commonly used in science ('lines converge'), meetings ('people converge'), and for abstract ideas or trends. Often followed by 'on' or 'upon' ('converge on a solution'). Not used for random gathering—implies a clear point of meeting or becoming similar.
Example Sentences
The rivers converge near the city.
basic
All the streets converge at the main square.
basic
Different ideas can converge to solve a problem.
basic
Crowds from all directions converged on the stadium before the big game.
natural
Eventually, our opinions converged and we reached an agreement.
natural
Technology and art often converge in unexpected ways these days.
natural