V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
parley
noun, verb
Definition: (n.) a discussion or conference, especially between enemies; (v.) to discuss or negotiate, especially with an enemy
Synonyms: (n.) conference, negotiation, discourse, discussion, forum, (v.) discuss, arbitrate, settle, negotiate, talk
Antonyms:
Tips: Parley is derived from the French parler, which means "to speak." Parley means "to discuss" or, in the noun form, refers to the discussion itself. Do not confuse parley with its homonym parlay.
Usage Examples:
The two leaders are set to parley this weekend, in hopes of reaching a trade agreement. (talk, negotiate) verb
Negotiations ended after one representative walked out of the parley. (conference, discussion) noun
We have scheduled a parley with the client for two o'clock this afternoon. (negotiation, conference, discussion) noun
I would prefer to parley this matter ourselves, rather than battle it out in court. (discuss, arbitrate, settle) verb
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