agenda
The meeting agenda included five key topics.
The list of items to discuss in the meeting had five main points.
A list of items to be discussed at a meeting or event.
The committee reviewed the agenda before the meeting.
The group checked the list of topics before the discussion.
Often used in professional or organizational settings.
A hidden or secret plan, often with negative connotations.
Some people believe the government has a hidden agenda.
Some people think the government has a secret plan.
This usage is more common in political or conspiracy discussions.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use 'agenda' in formal settings to refer to a list of topics. In informal contexts, it can imply a secret plan.
Gold Rule
Plural Form
The word 'agenda' is singular in form but refers to multiple items, so it does not take a plural form (e.g., 'the agenda is...').
Word Origin
From Latin 'agenda', neuter plural of 'agendum' (thing to be done), from 'agere' (to do).
Usage Notes
The word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but the negative connotation is more common in informal usage.