convene
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for convene, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To come together, or to call people together, for a meeting.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use convene
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle French convenir, from Latin convenire ("to come together"), from con- ("together") plus venire ("to come").
Full origin of convene →Frequently asked questions
What does “convene” mean?
The word “convene” means to come together, or to call people together, for a meeting. In plain terms, to gather people together, or to hold a meeting.
How do you pronounce “convene”?
“Convene” is pronounced kuhn-VEEN (/kənˈvin/ in IPA).
How do you use “convene” in a sentence?
Here is “convene” used in a sentence: “The board will convene next Monday to discuss the merger.”
What part of speech is “convene”?
“Convene” is a verb.
Where does the word “convene” come from?
The word “convene” comes from Latin. From Middle French convenir, from Latin convenire ("to come together"), from con- ("together") plus venire ("to come").