colloquy
UK: ˈkɒləkwi | US: ˈkɑːləkwi
n. a formal conversation or dialogue
n. a literary work written in dialogue form
n. an informal discussion or exchange of ideas
Derived from Latin colloquium (conversation), combining col- (a variant of com-, meaning "together") and loqui ("to speak"). The morpheme loqu appears in many English words related to speech (e.g., eloquent, soliloquy). Over time, colloquy evolved to denote formal or literary dialogue, distinguishing it from casual speech.
The scholars engaged in a lively colloquy about ancient philosophy.
The book is structured as a colloquy between two historical figures.
The conference featured a colloquy on climate change policy.
Their late-night colloquy revealed deep insights into the topic.
The play’s dramatic tension arises from a heated colloquy between the protagonists.