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- [tawk-fest]
- /ˈtɔk fɛst/
- /tˈɔːkfəst/
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- [tawk-fest]
- /ˈtɔk fɛst/
Definitions of talkfest word
- noun talkfest a lengthy conversation, discussion, or debate. 1
- noun talkfest a lengthy discussion 0
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Origin of talkfest
First appearance:
before 1905 One of the 15% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1905-10; talk + fest
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Parts of speech for Talkfest
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
talkfest popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 44% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 53% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
talkfest usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for talkfest
noun talkfest
- chinfest — gabfest; bull session; rap session.
- clambake — A clambake is a picnic at which clams and other food are served.
- colloquy — a formal conversation or conference
- conversation — If you have a conversation with someone, you talk with them, usually in an informal situation.
- gam — a herd or school of whales.
Antonyms for talkfest
noun talkfest
- listening — to give attention with the ear; attend closely for the purpose of hearing; give ear.
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