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connivent

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /kəˈnaɪvənt/
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1

adj

Meaning 1

Forbearing to see; intentionally inattentive.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: obsolete

Examples

  • connivent justice

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adj

Meaning 2

Arched inward so that the points meet; brought close together or in close contact; converging.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: biology, natural-sciences

Examples

  • the connivent petals of a flower
  • connivent wings of an insect
  • connivent anthers
  • connivent perianth
  • connivent claws
  • connivent stamens

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From Latin connīvēns.

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Catalan: connivent — forbearing to see; intentionally inattentive.
  • Spanish: connivente — forbearing to see; intentionally inattentive.
  • Catalan: connivent — arched inward
  • French: connivent — arched inward
  • Spanish: connivente — arched inward