Convention Definition & Meaning
convention
- noun
- a large formal assembly; "political convention"
- something regarded as a normative example; "the convention of not naming the main character"; "violence is the rule not the exception"; "his formula for impressing visitors"
- (diplomacy) an international agreement
- orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional
- the act of convening
"Convention" in song lyrics
See how convention is used in real songs:
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"at the Walrus One convention"
Awol One (w/ Daddy Kev) — Revolution -
"City, town, state arena or convention"
Blackalicious f/ Ledisi — World of Vibrations -
"When I shoot up the crowd like a ? convention"
Cage — Among the Sleep
Words that rhyme with convention
Usage tips for "convention"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "convention" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for convention to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does convention mean?
- a large formal assembly; "political convention" something regarded as a normative example; "the convention of not naming the main character"; "violence is the rule not the exception"; "his formula for impressing visitors" (diplomacy) an international agreement orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional the act of convening
- What part of speech is convention?
- Convention is a noun.
- How many definitions does convention have?
- Convention has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).