converse
UK: kənˈvɜːs | US: kənˈvɜːrs
vi. to engage in conversation
adj. opposite or reversed in position, direction, or order
n. something that is opposite or contrary
converse = con<together> + verse<turn>
- con<together>: From Latin cum, meaning "with" or "together."
- verse<turn>: From Latin vertere, meaning "to turn."
Etymology Origin:
The word converse originates from Latin conversari, meaning "to associate with" or "to turn about." The root vertere (to turn) reflects the idea of exchanging words or ideas, as if turning thoughts back and forth. The adjective form ("opposite") emerged from the notion of "turned about" or reversed in logic or position.
They sat quietly, unwilling to converse.
The converse opinion was equally valid.
In mathematics, the converse statement is not always true.
She found it easy to converse in French.
The two theories are converse to each other.