Convocation

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑːnvəˈkeɪʃən/

Convocation (noun)

  1. A large formal meeting or assembly, often for a special purpose.
  2. A ceremony at a university or college where degrees are given.
  3. A formal gathering of church members or leaders.

Examples

  • The convocation was scheduled to discuss the new policy.
  • A convocation of experts was held to address the issue.

Common collocations: attend a convocation, formal convocation, convocation agenda, convocation ceremony, academic convocation

Synonyms of Convocation

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Convocation

  • — referring to the act of scattering or spreading out