Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conclave
noun
/ˈkɒŋ.kleɪv/
Definition
A private meeting or gathering, especially one where important decisions are made.
Examples
- The conclave of world leaders resulted in a groundbreaking agreement on climate action.
- During the conclave, the board members deliberated on the future direction of the company.
- Only the chosen delegates were allowed to attend the conclave to ensure privacy.
Meaning
The term ‘conclave’ refers to a confidential or secret assembly of individuals, typically for the purpose of discussing significant matters.
Synonyms
- assembly
- gathering
- meeting
- conference
- summit
