单词	conventionalists
释义	conventional adjective con·​ven·​tion·​al kən-ˈvench-nəl  -ˈven(t)-shə-nᵊl 1 : formed by agreement or compact 2 a : according with, sanctioned by, or based on convention conventional spelling conventional morality b : lacking originality or individuality : trite Most of her books are conventional detective stories. c(1) : ordinary, commonplace conventional medications (2) : nonnuclear sense 1 conventional warfare 3 a : according with a mode of artistic representation that simplifies or provides symbols or substitutes for natural forms b : of traditional design 4 : of, resembling, or relating to a convention, assembly, or public meeting conventionalism kən-ˈvench-nə-ˌli-zəm  -ˈven(t)-shə- noun conventionalist kən-ˈvench-nə-list  -ˈven(t)-shə- noun or adjective conventionalization kən-ˌvench-nə-lə-ˈzā-shən  -ˌven(t)-shə-nə- noun conventionalize kən-ˈvench-nə-ˌlīz  -ˈven(t)-shə-nə- transitive verb conventionally adverb Synonyms current customary going popular prevailing prevalent standard stock usual See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences The number sign is the conventional symbol for labeling something measured in pounds. While microwaves heat up food more quickly, most food tastes better when it is cooked in a conventional oven. Most of her books are conventional detective stories. His views on dating are more conventional than those of some of his friends. Recent Examples on the Web In conventional zoning, permission for a variety of land uses and building types is granted before the city or neighbors get to see plans. Stacy Ryburn, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2022 Alex Wright has taken a less conventional path to the NFL than most, but in his debut last week, the moment still wasn’t too big for him. Ashley Bastock, cleveland, 17 Sep. 2022 Kennedy recommends considering the replacement of conventional lawn grasses with more drought-resistant plants such as thyme and sedums. Robert Knox, BostonGlobe.com, 17 Sep. 2022 There are also more conventional cardigan styling routes, all primed for days when the temperature swings from chilly to sizzling: draped over both shoulders, tied around the waist, or buttoned up all the way. Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Sep. 2022 But conventional marketing doesn’t typically address other stages of the buyer’s journey or funnel. John Hall, Forbes, 24 July 2022 So, according to conventional thinking, to focus on a man’s beauty (as opposed to, say, his virility), or use it to adjudge his character, risks emasculating him, depriving him of his inner value, his spirit, strength or accomplishments. Rhonda Garelick, New York Times, 16 June 2022 The conventional thinking in the Vatican is that Francis would be reluctant to step down while Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI is still alive. Stefano Pitrelli, Washington Post, 7 June 2022 At least that's how the conventional thinking goes. Men's Health, 9 May 2022 See More Word History Etymology see convention First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing conventional conventional medicine conventional wisdom anti-conventional conventional medicine conventional wisdom anti-conventional Kids Definition conventional adjective con·​ven·​tion·​al kən-ˈven-shə-nᵊl  1 : following the usual or widely accepted way of doing things a conventional wedding ceremony 2 : used or accepted through general agreement conventional signs and symbols Legal Definition conventional adjective con·​ven·​tion·​al kən-ˈven-chə-nəl  1 : based on, settled by, or formed by agreement : contractual compare judicial sense 2, legal sense 2c 2 : of, like, or relating to a convention or public meeting conventionalists noun plural of conventionalist as in standpatters Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance standpatters traditionalists conformists conformers stuffed shirts followers moderates middle-of-the-roaders fuddy-duddies squares Antonyms & Near Antonyms free spirits lone wolves individualists deviants nonconformers mavericks heretics bohemians loners counterculturists iconoclasts lone rangers nonconformists enfants terribles freethinkers renegades bohos See More
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