Conclave: Definition & Meaning for the SAT 🤫

It looks like a simple word, but it's mysterious and refers to groups of people in secret meetings.

ℹ️ Part of speech of conclave

conclave is a COUNT NOUN.

🗣️ Pronunciation of conclave

conclave is pronounced /ˈkɑn.kleɪv/ or KAHN-klayv.

📚️ Definition of conclave

• A private or secret meeting, especially one involving important decisions. Example: a conclave of world leaders discussing climate change.

📰 Examples of conclave

• During the papal conclave of 2013, millions watched for the white smoke that would signal the selection of Pope Francis.

• Behind closed doors, the tech industry's most influential CEOs gathered in a secret conclave to discuss the future of artificial intelligence.

• Following months of tension, the tribal elders called a conclave to negotiate peace between the neighboring communities.

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