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Synonyms & Similar Words
converse
discuss
chat
speak
communicate
negotiate
confer
dialogue
debate
gossip
whisper
murmur
ruminate
ponder
deliberate
consult
parley
confer
commune
interact
exchange
banter
repartee
colloquy
soliloquy
monologue
lecture
orate
articulate
enunciate
vocalize
verbalize
express
utter
declare
proclaim
announce
Meaning of Talk
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "talk" is defined as "to communicate or express thoughts, feelings, or ideas by speaking" or "to converse or discuss something with someone".
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "talk" as "to express or communicate thoughts, opinions, or feelings by speaking" or "to engage in conversation".
Example Uses
- The two friends sat down to talk about their plans for the weekend.
- The professor will talk to the class about the importance of climate change.
- The company will talk to the union representatives to negotiate a new contract.
- The therapist helped the patient to talk through their feelings and emotions.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
be silent
remain quiet
keep mum
stay mute
refuse to speak
decline to comment
stay taciturn
be uncommunicative
remain unresponsive
keep quiet
hold one's tongue
keep one's mouth shut
stay still
be motionless
be speechless
be dumbfounded
be stunned
be at a loss for words