CEFR B2

congress

noun

Meaning

A formal meeting or series of meetings where representatives of different groups or countries come together to discuss and decide on matters of common concern.

Examples

The international congress on climate change brought together scientists and policymakers.
She attended a medical congress in Berlin to present her research.

Synonyms: assembly, conference, convention, parliament

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congress (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈkɒŋɡrəs/

Definition

A formal meeting or series of meetings where representatives of different groups or countries come together to discuss and decide on matters of common concern.

Examples

The international congress on climate change brought together scientists and policymakers.
She attended a medical congress in Berlin to present her research.
The annual congress of the party debated new policy proposals.

How to Use congress

congress of (prepositional phrase): A formal meeting of people with a shared interest or profession. — "The congress of scientists discussed the latest discoveries."
in Congress (prepositional phrase): Referring to the legislative body of the United States. — "The new tax law was debated in Congress."

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