conventions

Meanings

• noun

  A set of established practices, rules, or standards in a particular field or activity.

  - "The conventions of academic writing include proper citation and adherence to a specific formatting style."
  - "The conventions of etiquette in different cultures can vary greatly."
  - "The conventions of art can change over time, reflecting the evolving tastes and perspectives of society."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with conventions
conventions , devotions , revolutions , extensions

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Variants

List of all variants of conventions that leads to same result
convention , conventions , counter-convention , counter-conventions , counterconvention , counterconventions , Geneva convention , Geneva conventions

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'conventus', meaning 'meeting' or 'assembly'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Did you know that the first known use of the word 'convention' in English was in the 15th century?

2. Did you know that there is an International Congress of Mathematicians, which is held every four years and is considered the most prestigious mathematical conference in the world?

3. Did you know that the term 'convention' is also used in politics to refer to a formal agreement between parties or governments?

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Customs: Customs are similar to conventions, but they refer to practices or traditions that are deeply rooted in a particular culture or society, often passed down from one generation to the next.

2. Protocols: Protocols are a set of rules or guidelines for communicating or interacting with others, often used in technology and diplomacy.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Conventions have significant cultural, historical, and symbolic significance in various fields. In literature, conventions can refer to established literary devices or genres, such as the use of a first-person narrator or the use of a particular literary technique. In art, conventions can refer to the use of specific styles, techniques, or themes. In music, conventions can refer to the use of specific chord progressions or musical forms. Conventions also play an important role in social and historical contexts, reflecting the values, beliefs, and norms of different societies.

How to Memorize "conventions"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize conventions, try to imagine a group of people coming together to establish a set of rules or practices.
   - Visualize a set of guidelines or standards that are widely accepted and followed in a particular field or activity.

2. associate
   

   - To memorize conventions, try to associate them with something familiar or memorable.
   - For example, you could associate the conventions of academic writing with the acronym MLA (Modern Language Association), which is often used to refer to the specific formatting style used in that field.

3. mnemonics
   

   - To memorize conventions using mnemonics, try creating a memorable phrase or acronym that helps you remember the rules or practices.
   - For example, you could use the phrase 'Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally' to remember the order of operations in mathematics (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction).

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