Conventionnel
Example: Le style conventionnel de ce roman plaît à un large public.
Definition
"Conventionnel" describes something that follows accepted standards, norms, or traditional practices. For example, a "conventionnel" style in a novel refers to a manner that adheres to established literary rules and is generally familiar and widely accepted by the public.
Etymology
The word "conventionnel" comes from the French term derived from 'convention,' which means an agreement or a customary practice. It traces back to the Latin 'conventio,' meaning a coming together or agreement. Did you know? "Conventionnel" originally referred to something based on formal agreements before expanding to general customs and norms.
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"Conventionnel" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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