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convention
noun as in conference
Strong matches
Weak match
noun as in practice, tradition
Example Sentences
Every artist is expected to either shake off or renovate convention.
But two-thirds of countries signed up to the UN climate convention must be present for decisions to be made, according to UN rules.
At times, it looks like a convention of nodding dogs.
Any foreign vessel operating in British waters must comply with UK national laws and international maritime conventions.
By longstanding convention, the Lebanese army stays out of the Palestinian camps and leaves Palestinian factions to handle security.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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