Definitions

1. noun

The act or state of flowing together of two or more streams, rivers, or the like; a place where two or more rivers or streams meet or flow together.

“The confluence of the two rivers created a large delta in the valley.”

2. noun

A meeting or coming together of people, ideas, or events.

“The confluence of artists from different cultures resulted in a unique style of music.”

3. noun

A point or area where two or more things meet or come together, such as a confluence of ideas or a confluence of interests.

“The confluence of the company’s financial and marketing departments led to the development of a new marketing strategy.”

4. verb

To flow or meet together, especially of streams, rivers, or the like.

“The rivers confluence to form a large lake.”

5. verb

To come together or meet at a particular point or area.

“The two ideas confluence to create a new theory.”