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The teachers attended a conference.
What does Conference mean?
A conference is a formal meeting for discussion or learning.
Dictionary definition
a formal meeting where people discuss a topic, share information, or learn from speakers.
Example sentences
Conference in a sentence
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The science conference included talks about space and oceans.
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At the conference, experts shared research and answered questions from the audience.
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What does conference mean?
A conference is a formal meeting where people discuss topics or learn from speakers.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to conference?
A conference is a type of meeting.
Practice 3
Which sentence uses conference correctly?
A conference can include speakers who share information.
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WordConference.
Partnoun.
MeaningConference means A conference is a formal meeting for discussion or learning.
ExampleExample: The teachers attended a conference.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- kahn · fer · ens
- Strongest beat
- kahn
- Ending
- ens
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kahn.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
Opposite words
private workWork done alone instead of in a meeting.
casual chatAn informal talk, unlike a formal conference.
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Word family
Conference word family
Base word
conference
noun
conference
Base form.
noun
conferences
More than one conference.
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Hint for students
A conference is a formal meeting for discussion or learning.
Common mix-up
Conference is not the same as private work. Conference means a conference is a formal meeting for discussion or learning.
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