conventional
conventional Lexical Profile
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• adjective
Based on or in accordance with what is generally done, accepted, or established by tradition or social custom.
"They decided to hold a conventional wedding ceremony followed by an informal reception in the garden."
Overly concerned with following accepted social standards and lacking originality or individuality.
"Critics dismissed the novel's plot as overly conventional and predictable."
Relating to or employing standard methods, power sources, or equipment rather than nuclear, chemical, biological, or alternative systems.
"The diplomatic treaty aimed to reduce both nuclear arsenals and conventional military forces across the region."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the late 15th century from Late Latin conventionalis ('pertaining to an agreement or pact'), derived from Latin conventio ('a coming together, assembly, or agreement'), from convenire ('to come together').