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conference

/ˈkɒn.fər.əns/
noun★Intermediate
💼Business
formal

A formal meeting or series of meetings for discussion, debate, or exchange of ideas, typically involving experts or professionals in a particular field.

The company will host an annual conference to discuss the latest trends in digital marketing.

The conference will feature keynote speakers from leading tech companies.

💡

Often used in professional or academic settings to share knowledge and network.

general

A large gathering of people who share a common interest, often organized to discuss a specific topic or theme.

She attended a conference on climate change to learn about sustainable practices.

The conference included workshops and panel discussions on renewable energy.

Collocations

attend a conferenceto participate in a conferencehost a conferenceto organize and manage a conferenceconference calla phone or video meeting involving multiple participants

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

conference callphrase
a phone or video meeting with multiple participants
virtual conferencephrase
an online gathering of people to discuss a topic

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Use

Use 'conference' for formal, professional gatherings. For casual meetings, consider 'meeting' or 'gathering'.

⚡Gold Rule

Professional Context

In business or academic settings, 'conference' typically refers to a planned, multi-session event with speakers and attendees.

📖Word Origin

From Old French 'conference,' from Latin 'conferentia,' meaning 'comparison, discussion,' from 'conferre' (to bring together).

📝Usage Notes

In business contexts, 'conference' often implies a formal, structured event. In technology, it may refer to a virtual or hybrid gathering.

Word Breakdown

con-
together
prefix
+
-fer-
to carry or bring
root
+
-ence
state or condition
suffix
English Dictionary

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