Synonyms for

Conferences

Verb / ˈkɑ:nfɜ:ʌnsʌz / / ˈkɑ:nfrʌnsʌz / Another word for conferences — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Conferences are meetings where people come together to discuss a particular topic or idea.

Synonyms & similar words

groupdiscussion league conference convention summit symposium gathering meeting assembly forum seminar colloquium conclave convocation council get-together huddle meet-up parley powwow round-robin workshop caucus

Synonyms by register

Formal

assemblies conventions congresses symposia

Informal

meetings gatherings huddles pow-wows

Literary

convocations consistories

Antonyms

solitude disagreement silence isolation disunion seclusion

Common collocations

  • international conference
  • annual conference
  • scientific conference
  • business conference
  • attend a conference
  • organize a conference
  • hold a conference

Word family

noun conference
verb confer
adjective conferential

Usage note

While 'conference' often implies a formal meeting, it can also refer to a more casual gathering. Be mindful of the context to convey the appropriate level of formality.

Example sentences

  1. The annual conference of the American Association of Retired Persons is going to be held in Miami next year.
  2. I'm excited to attend the conference on artificial intelligence next week.
  3. The company's quarterly conference call with investors is scheduled for next month.
  4. I was invited to speak at a conference on gender equality in the workplace.
  5. The conference center was packed with attendees from all over the world.

Quotes

  • A conference is a gathering of people who singly can do nothing, but together can decide that nothing can be done.
  • A conference is just an admission that you want somebody to join you in your troubles.
  • The conference table was the scene of many disagreements and many agreements.

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