Cool MateConvene
UK //kənˈviːn//US //kənˈvin//
Definition
To gather or assemble people, especially for a meeting.
In simple words: to come together or meet.
Examples
- The committee will convene next Monday to discuss the new policy.
- They decided to convene an emergency meeting after the unexpected issues arose.
- During the summit, leaders will convene to address global challenges.
Usage notes
Often used in formal contexts, like meetings or conferences. Not suitable for casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
convene + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'convenient' — think of a group conveniently gathering together.
Collocations
- convene a meeting
- convene a committee
- convene for discussion
- convene an assembly
- convene stakeholders
Synonyms
- assemble
- gather
- meet
- summon
- call together
Antonyms
- disband
- scatter
- separate
Common mistakes
- Using it in casual contexts where 'meet' is more appropriate.
- Confusing it with 'convenient'.
- Incorrectly using a different tense when referring to future meetings.