con

/kɑn/

Definitions

1. noun

a shortening of ‘conference’, an event or meeting, especially one for discussing a particular topic or for making deals or agreements

“The tech company attended the con to showcase their latest gadgets.”

2. verb

to confer or meet with someone, especially to discuss or negotiate

“The lawyers coned with their clients to finalize the contract.”

3. verb

to deceive or cheat, especially by trickery or fraud

“He conned his friends out of their money with a fake investment scheme.”

4. interjection

used to express approval or agreement

“Con, that’s a great idea!”

Synonyms

  • conference
  • gathering
  • meet

Antonyms

  • disagreement
  • separation