Conclave

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑŋˌkleɪv/

Definitions of conclave

noun a gathering of a group of people for a specific purpose

Example Sentences

A1 The conclave of birds chirped happily in the tree.

A2 The conclave of wizards gathered to discuss their next magical experiment.

B1 The conclave of world leaders met to negotiate a peace treaty.

B2 The conclave of scholars debated the merits of the new scientific theory.

C1 The conclave of cardinals convened to elect a new pope.

C2 The conclave of experts analyzed the data and reached a consensus on the best course of action.

Examples of conclave in a Sentence

formal The cardinals gathered in the conclave to elect the new pope.

informal The group of friends held a conclave to decide on their next vacation destination.

slang The conclave of gamers met up to plan their next tournament.

figurative The conclave of experts came together to discuss the future of the industry.

Grammatical Forms of conclave

• plural: conclaves
• comparative: more conclave
• superlative: most conclave
• present tense: conclaves
• future tense: will conclave
• perfect tense: have conclave
• continuous tense: is conclave
• singular: conclave
• positive degree: conclave
• infinitive: to conclave
• gerund: conclaving
• participle: conclaved

Origin and Evolution of conclave

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'conclave' originated from the Latin word 'conclavis', which means 'locked room'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a locked room where cardinals gather to elect a new pope, the term 'conclave' has evolved to also mean any private or secret meeting of a group of people.