confabulate

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of CONFABULATE

to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem <an Alzheimer's support group in which caregivers can confabulate as well as commiserate>

Synonyms advise, confab, confabulate, consult, counsel, parley, powwow, treat

Related Words argue, bandy, bat (around), chew over, debate, deliberate, discuss, dispute, hash (over), kick around, moot, palaver, talk, talk over, ventilate; rehash; coach, guide, tutor; recommend, suggest; direct, refer (to)

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