Synonyms for
Conference
Definition
a formal meeting for discussion or exchange of information
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Common collocations
- annual conference
- international conference
- hold a conference
- attend a conference
- conference call
- keynote conference
- conference proceedings
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Usage note
While 'conference' can refer to a formal meeting, it is also commonly used for informal discussions. 'Confer' as a verb often implies a more formal exchange of ideas.
Example sentences
- The company held a conference to discuss its future plans.
- I am attending a conference on climate change next week.
- The conference brought together experts from different fields.
- The conference room was filled with people.
- The conference lasted for three days.
Quotes
At a conference of ministers of education, someone complained that at least half the research done wasn't worth the money spent on it. The Minister replied, 'That may be true, but we don't know which half.' - Richard Dawkins
A meeting is an event at which the minutes are kept and the hours are lost. - Unknown
A committee is a group that keeps minutes and loses hours. - Milton Berle