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- [kuh n-sep-shuh n]
- /kənˈsɛp ʃən/
- /kənˈsep.ʃən/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuh n-sep-shuh n]
- /kənˈsɛp ʃən/
Definitions of conception word
- variable noun conception A conception of something is an idea that you have of it in your mind. 3
- uncountable noun conception Conception is the forming of an idea for something in your mind. 3
- variable noun conception Conception is the process in which the egg in a woman is fertilized and she becomes pregnant. 3
- noun conception something conceived; notion, idea, design, or plan 3
- noun conception the description under which someone considers something 3
- noun conception the fertilization of an ovum by a sperm in the Fallopian tube followed by implantation in the womb 3
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Origin of conception
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English concepcion < Latin conceptiōn- (stem of conceptiō), equivalent to Latin concept- (see concept) + -iōn- -ion
Historical Comparancy
Parts of speech for Conception
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
conception popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
conception usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for conception
noun conception
- impression — a strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, conscience, etc.
- concept — A concept is an idea or abstract principle.
- interpretation — the act of interpreting; elucidation; explication: This writer's work demands interpretation.
- conceit — Conceit is very great pride in your abilities or achievements that other people feel is too great.
- appreciation — Appreciation of something is the recognition and enjoyment of its good qualities.
Antonyms for conception
noun conception
- reality — the state or quality of being real.
- ignorance — the state or fact of being ignorant; lack of knowledge, learning, information, etc.
- death — Death is the permanent end of the life of a person or animal.
- concrete — Concrete is a substance used for building which is made by mixing together cement, sand, small stones, and water.
- fact — Fully Automated Compiling Technique
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