The Opposite(Antonym) of “adjourns”
The antonyms of adjourns are convene and assemble. The antonyms convene and assemble convey the opposite meaning of adjourns, which means to end a meeting or session.
Explore all Antonyms of “adjourns”
- 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 board of directors will convene next week to discuss the company's future plans.
To gather together in one place for a common purpose.
Example
The protesters plan to assemble in front of the city hall to demand justice.
Key Differences: convene vs assemble
- 1Convene is used when people are brought together for a meeting or conference.
- 2Assemble is used when people gather together for a common purpose, such as a protest or celebration.
Effective Usage of convene, assemble
- 1Business Meetings: Use convene to indicate the start of a meeting or conference.
- 2Protests and Rallies: Use assemble to describe the gathering of people for a common cause.
- 3Legal Proceedings: Use adjourns to indicate the end of a court session or trial.
Remember this!
The antonyms convene and assemble convey the opposite meaning of adjourns, which means to end a meeting or session. Use convene to indicate the start of a meeting or conference, assemble to describe the gathering of people for a common cause, and adjourns to indicate the end of a court session or trial.
