Conventional: meaning, definitions and examples

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conventional

[ kənˈvɛnʃ(ə)nəl ]

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in a traditional or usual way

Conventional means following traditional standards of behavior and thinking. It is conforming to accepted ways of doing things, rather than trying new or innovative approaches.

Synonyms

common, standard, traditional, typical

Examples of usage

She preferred a conventional wedding with a white dress and a church ceremony.
The company followed conventional marketing strategies to promote their new product.

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not unusual or extreme

Conventional can also mean not unusual or extreme. It is something that is ordinary, typical, or expected.

Synonyms

normal, ordinary, typical, usual

Examples of usage

The movie had a conventional happy ending where the hero saves the day.
His taste in music is quite conventional, he enjoys listening to popular hits.

Translations

Translations of the word "conventional" in other languages:

🇵🇹 convencional

🇮🇳 परंपरागत

🇩🇪 konventionell

🇮🇩 konvensional

🇺🇦 звичайний

🇵🇱 konwencjonalny

🇯🇵 従来の

🇫🇷 conventionnel

🇪🇸 convencional

🇹🇷 geleneksel

🇰🇷 전통적인

🇸🇦 تقليدي

🇨🇿 konvenční

🇸🇰 konvenčný

🇨🇳 传统的

🇸🇮 konvencionalen

🇮🇸 hefðbundinn

🇰🇿 дәстүрлі

🇬🇪 ტრადიციული

🇦🇿 ənənəvi

🇲🇽 convencional

Word origin

The word 'conventional' originates from the late 15th century, derived from the Latin word 'conventionālis' meaning 'of the nature of an agreement or covenant'. Over time, it has evolved to represent adherence to established practices or norms.