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Definition of conversationist
conversationist
/ˌkɑːnvɚˈseɪʃənɪst/
con · ver · sa · tion · ist
Adverb:conversationally
•Plural:conversationists
•Adjective:conversational
conversationist Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
5
conversationist Game Scores & Validity
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• noun
1
A person who is skilled in or fond of engaging in conversation; a conversationalist.
Example
"Known as a witty conversationist, the author effortlessly kept the dinner guests entertained for hours."
Word Nuance & Usage
While "conversationist" is the older form, "conversationalist" is now far more common in contemporary English. Do not confuse either word with the near-anagram "conservationist" (a person who advocates for the protection of the environment).
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conversationist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conversationist