The Opposite(Antonym) of “adjourn”
The antonyms of adjourn are convene and assemble. The antonyms convene and assemble convey the opposite meaning of adjourn, which means to end a meeting or session.
Explore all Antonyms of “adjourn”
- assemble
- convene
Definitions and Examples of convene, assemble
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
convene
To bring people together for a meeting or assembly.
Example
The committee will convene next week to discuss the budget proposal.
To gather together in one place for a common purpose.
Example
The workers will assemble in the conference room to receive their work assignments.
Key Differences: convene vs assemble
- 1Convene is used when people are brought together for a specific purpose, such as a meeting or conference.
- 2Assemble is used when people gather together in one place for a common purpose, such as to receive instructions or to work on a project.
Effective Usage of convene, assemble
- 1Business Meetings: Use convene to describe the start of a meeting or conference.
- 2Work Assignments: Use assemble to describe the gathering of workers for work assignments.
- 3Legal Proceedings: Use adjourn to describe the end of a legal proceeding or court session.
Remember this!
The antonyms of adjourn are convene and assemble. Use convene to describe the start of a meeting or conference, and assemble to describe the gathering of people for a common purpose. Use adjourn to describe the end of a legal proceeding or court session.
