conclave
4 antonyms for conclave — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — A private, closed meeting, especially the assembly of cardinals that elects a new pope.
Antonyms
How to use conclave
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
papal conclave
hold a conclave
a secret conclave
Etymology
From Latin conclāve, "a room that can be locked" — from con- ("together") and clāvis ("key").
Full origin of conclave →Frequently asked questions
What does “conclave” mean?
The word “conclave” means a private, closed meeting, especially the assembly of cardinals that elects a new pope. In plain terms, a private, closed-door meeting, especially the one that elects a new pope.
How do you pronounce “conclave”?
“Conclave” is pronounced KONK-layv (/ˈkɑnˌkleɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “conclave” in a sentence?
Here is “conclave” used in a sentence: “The cardinals gathered in conclave to choose the next pope.”
What part of speech is “conclave”?
“Conclave” is a noun.
Where does the word “conclave” come from?
The word “conclave” comes from Latin. From Latin conclāve, "a room that can be locked" — from con- ("together") and clāvis ("key").
