Meaning & use
conventional
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Based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed; ordinary and traditional rather than original.
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He rejected conventional wisdom and started his own unconventional business.
The house has a fairly conventional layout, with bedrooms upstairs and living space below.
A note on using this word
Often used with a slightly negative undertone, implying a lack of originality or willingness to take risks.
Words with a similar meaning
traditionalstandard
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Words with an opposite meaning
unconventionaloriginal
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