convoke

[kənˈvəʊk]

convoke Definition

• 1. to call together or summon a meeting, assembly, or gathering
• 2. to convene

Using convoke: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "convoke" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The president convoked a meeting of the cabinet.

• Example

  The union leaders have decided to convoke a general assembly.

• Example

  The king has convoked a council of war.

• Example

  The prime minister convoked a press conference to announce the new policy.

convoke Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for convoke

• assemble
• gather
• call
• summon
• convene

Phrases with convoke

• convoke a meeting

  to call or summon people to attend a meeting

  Example

  The board of directors has decided to convoke a meeting to discuss the company's future.

• convoke an election

  to call for an election to be held

  Example

  The opposition party has demanded that the government convokes an election immediately.

• convoke a synod

  to call together a council of church officials to discuss and decide on matters of doctrine or discipline

  Example

  The bishop has decided to convoke a synod to discuss the issue of same-sex marriage.

Origins of convoke

from Latin 'convocare', meaning 'to call together'

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Summary: convoke in Brief

'Convoke' [kənˈvəʊk] means to call together or summon a meeting, assembly, or gathering. It is often used in formal contexts such as politics, business, or religion. Examples include 'The president convoked a meeting of the cabinet' and 'The union leaders have decided to convoke a general assembly.'