dictionary.pt

convergência

nounfeminineformal/kõvɨɾʒẽˈsiɐ/medium

con·ver·gên·ci·a

Definition

The act or effect of converging; tendency to meet at a common point or goal. In optics, the property of lenses or mirrors that cause light rays to converge.
There was a convergence of opinions that allowed an agreement to be reached.
A convex lens causes the convergence of light rays.

Etymology

Do latim *convergentia*, de *convergere* (inclinar-se para o mesmo ponto).

Related words