Symposium

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /sɪmˈpoʊziəm/

Definitions of symposium

noun a formal meeting for discussion, especially one in which the participants make presentations on a topic

Example Sentences

A1 I attended a symposium on climate change.

A2 The symposium featured various experts discussing renewable energy.

B1 The symposium was organized by the local university to address environmental issues.

B2 Attending the symposium helped me gain a deeper understanding of the topic.

C1 The symposium included a panel of distinguished scientists presenting their research.

C2 I was invited to speak at the symposium on sustainable development.

Examples of symposium in a Sentence

formal The symposium will feature renowned experts discussing the latest advancements in the field.

informal I heard there's a symposium happening next week about climate change.

slang I'm planning to attend that symposium on entrepreneurship, it's supposed to be lit.

figurative The symposium served as a melting pot of ideas and perspectives.

Grammatical Forms of symposium

plural

symposiums

comparative

more symposium

superlative

most symposium

present tense

symposium

future tense

will symposium

perfect tense

have symposiumed

continuous tense

is symposiuming

singular

symposium

positive degree

symposium

infinitive

to symposium

gerund

symposiuming

participle

symposiumed

Origin and Evolution of symposium

First Known Use: 1750 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'symposium' originated from ancient Greek, where it referred to a drinking party or social gathering.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'symposium' has evolved to refer to a formal meeting or conference where experts gather to discuss a particular topic.