conventional

con-ven-tion-al · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Based on or in accordance with accepted standards.

  2. 2.

    Following traditional forms rather than original ideas.

  3. 3.

    (of weapons) Not nuclear.

  4. 4.

    (of power generation) Using fossil fuels.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    conventional wisdom — generally accepted beliefs
  • •
    conventional warfare — non-nuclear military conflict

Related words

Antonyms: innovative, radical, unconventional, unorthodox
See also: convention, traditional, unconventional
Synonyms: customary, orthodox, standard, traditional

Etymology

From Latin "conventio" meaning agreement or meeting, from "convenire" (to come together).