Definitions for: Convergent


[adj] tending to come together from different directions



Webster (1913) Definition: Con*ver"gent, a. [Cf. F. convergent.]
tending to one point of focus; tending to approach each
other; converging.

As many rays of light, as conveniently can be let in,
and made convergent. --Boyle.

The vast dome of its cathedral . . . directing its
convergent curves to heaven. --Hallam.

Synonyms: confluent, converging(a), focused, focussed, merging(a)

Antonyms: divergent, diverging

See Also: oblique

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