WordValedialogue
a discussion aimed at resolving differences
In more detail
1. (noun) a conversation between two or more people
2. (noun) the words spoken by characters in a book, play, or film
Examples
- The dialogue between the two characters revealed their different opinions.
- The playwright wrote excellent dialogue that sounded natural and realistic.
How to use dialogue
Dialogue refers to spoken or written exchange between two or more parties, emphasizing back-and-forth communication. In literature and film, it specifically means the words characters speak. It often suggests a more formal, purposeful conversation than casual 'talk' and frequently appears in contexts of negotiation, conflict resolution, or dramatic texts.
Common phrases
- engage in dialogue
- open a dialogue
- dialogue between
- recorded dialogue
- dialogue with someone
Synonyms
conversation · discussion · exchange · discourse · talk
Opposites
monologue · silence
Word family
dialogical · dialogist · dialogize
A common mistake
Learners sometimes use 'dialogue' for any conversation, forgetting that it implies an exchange between parties; also, some confuse it with 'dialog' (an acceptable variant spelling in American English, though 'dialogue' is standard in British English).
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