conference (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒnfərəns/

Definition

A formal meeting where people discuss important topics.

Examples

• The annual conference on climate change will be held next month.

• We attended a conference about the future of technology.

• She gave a presentation at the international medical conference.

How to Use conference

conference on (prepositional phrase)

A meeting about a specific subject. — "They organized a conference on renewable energy."

conference call (collocation)

A telephone call where three or more people talk together. — "I have a conference call with my manager this morning."

Synonyms of conference

Words with a similar meaning to conference:

• meeting
• gathering
• seminar
• convention

Antonyms of conference

Words with the opposite meaning to conference:

• solitude
• disagreement

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary