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conception

/kənˈsɛp.ʃən/
con · cep · tion
Plural:conceptions
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Adjective:conceptional
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1

An abstract idea, general notion, or mental understanding of what something is or how it should work.

Example

"The ancient Greeks had a very different conception of democracy than modern societies do."

2

The biological action or process of fertilizing an egg cell and initiating pregnancy.

Example

"Prenatal vitamins are often recommended for women several months before conception."

3

The initial formation or devising of a plan, design, or artistic work.

Example

"The architect oversaw the museum project from its initial conception to its final construction."

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concentrically
concepcion
concept
conception
conceptual
conceptualize
conceptually

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French conception, from Latin conceptionem ('a comprehending, a becoming pregnant'), derived from concipere ('to take in and hold, conceive').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conception. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conception
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