Synonyms for

Congress

Noun / ˈkɑ:ŋgrʌs / Another word for congress — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a formal meeting or assembly of representatives, especially for the purpose of making decisions for a group or organization

Synonyms & similar words

intercourse copulation coition coitus relation assembly conference convention gathering meeting parliament session summit symposium conclave council convocation diet forum huddle meet powwow seminar synod workshop

Synonyms by register

Formal

legislature assembly parliament deliberative body

Informal

meeting gathering huddle

Literary

convocation council

Antonyms

disagreement discord division separation disunity dissension

Common collocations

  • joint session of congress
  • member of congress
  • congress passes
  • congressional hearing
  • congressional leaders
  • congressional district
  • congressional vote

Word family

noun congress
verb convene
adjective congressional

Usage note

Primarily refers to the legislative body of the United States. Can also refer to any formal meeting or assembly, especially of delegates.

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Example sentences

  1. The congress will vote on the new bill tomorrow.
  2. The congressmen and women debated fiercely about the issue.
  3. The president addressed the congress about the state of the nation.
  4. The congress decided to increase funding for education.
  5. The international congress was attended by representatives from many countries.

Quotes

  • Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.
  • The only way to change is to vote. People are responsible.
  • In war, the human factor cannot be disregarded.

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