convene

/kəˈniːv/

Definitions

1. verb

to come together in a group, especially for a formal meeting or conference

“The committee was scheduled to convene at 10 am to discuss the new proposal.”

2. verb

to assemble or gather people or things, especially for a specific purpose

“The organizers worked to convene the right speakers for the conference.”

3. noun

a meeting or gathering of people, especially for a formal or official purpose

“The convene of the council was postponed due to bad weather.”

Synonyms

  • assemble
  • gather
  • meet

Antonyms

  • disperse
  • scatter