WordValenoun
convention
a widely accepted practice
In more detail
1. (noun) a way of behaving or doing something that is accepted and expected by most people in a society
2. (noun) a large formal meeting or gathering of people who share the same interests or profession
Examples
- 1. It is a convention to shake hands when you meet someone for the first time.
- 2. She attended the annual teachers' convention to learn about new teaching methods.
Learn it for good
Save this word in WordVale and it comes back for review right before you'd forget it — with pronunciation, real examples, and optional translations. One purchase, no subscription.
Get WordValeFREE 7-DAY TRIAL · iPHONE & iPAD