Langimage
English

conventionally-set

|con-ven-tion-al-ly-set|

C1

/kənˈvɛnʃənəli sɛt/

traditionally established

Etymology
Etymology Information

'conventionally-set' originates from 'convention,' which comes from Latin, specifically the word 'conventio,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'venire' meant 'to come.'

Historical Evolution

'conventio' transformed into the Old French word 'convention,' and eventually became the modern English word 'convention' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a coming together or meeting,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'established by custom or tradition.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

established or arranged according to traditional or widely accepted standards.

The conventionally-set rules were followed by everyone in the organization.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Last updated: 2025/03/13 12:27