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To carry or transmit something, such as information or feelings, from one person or place to another.
Examples
They conveyed their concerns during the meeting.
They are conveying supplies to the remote camp tonight.
The will conveys the estate to the heirs.
A gentle smile conveys kindness.
The painting conveys a sense of calm.
Similar words
express
relaysuggest
vest
disclose
assign
give
haul
imply
portray
Meanings
Examples
The truck conveys the pallets to the warehouse each morning.
She conveyed the crates across the yard before lunch.
They are conveying supplies to the remote camp tonight.
He conveyed the equipment from the loading dock to the workshop.
We conveyed the packages by rail to the city center.
After the storm, the river conveyed debris downstream.
Similar words
carry
transport
move
haul
shift
deliver
transfer
Examples
The teacher conveys the lesson with clear examples.
She conveyed her excitement through a bright smile.
He conveys complex ideas in simple language.
The article conveyed the urgency of the situation.
They conveyed their concerns during the meeting.
A single glance can convey a lot of meaning.
Similar words
express
communicate
transmit
relayarticulate
disclose
share
Examples
The deed conveys ownership of the house to the buyer.
She conveyed the title of the land to her son.
The contract conveys all rights to the new partner.
By signing, he conveyed his interest in the patent.
The will conveys the estate to the heirs.
Through the sale, the property conveyed to the new owner.
Similar words
assign
transfer
alienate
bequeath
grant
vest
hand over
Examples
Her tone conveys confidence even when she is nervous.
The painting conveys a sense of calm.
His silence conveys disapproval of the plan.
The advertisement conveys luxury to the audience.
A gentle smile conveys kindness.
The music conveys the sorrow of the story.
Similar words
evoke
suggest
imply
portray
project
give
reflect
FAQ
To carry or transmit something, such as information or feelings, from one person or place to another.
How is convey used to describe moving objects?
It means to move or carry something from one location to another, similar to transport or haul.
What does convey mean in communication?
It means to make information, a feeling, or a message known to someone, like express or share.
How is convey used in a legal context?
It means to pass title or rights in property from one person to another, such as assign or grant.
What does convey mean socially?
It means to cause a particular feeling or idea to be understood by others, like evoke or suggest.
What are some common synonyms for convey?
Depending on the sense, synonyms include carry, express, assign, evoke, and others.
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