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conventionally

/kənˈvɛn.ʃən.əl.i/
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Adjective:conventional
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• adverb

1

In a manner that conforms to accepted standards, established customs, or traditional practices.

Example

"The vegetables at the local market are grown both organically and conventionally."

2

By means of standard non-nuclear weapons, forces, or military tactics.

Example

"The defense treaty outlines how the alliance would respond if a member state were attacked conventionally."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'conventional' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly', tracing back to Late Latin 'conventionalis' (relating to an agreement) and Latin 'convenire' (to come together or agree).

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