conventional
UK: kənˈvɛnʃən(ə)l | US: kənˈvɛnʃən(ə)l
adj. based on or following traditional practices or standards
adj. typical or ordinary rather than innovative
adj. (of weapons or power) non-nuclear
The word "conventional" traces back to Latin conventionem (a meeting, agreement), derived from convenire (to come together). The root vent- (come) appears in words like "advent" and "invent." Over time, "convention" evolved to mean "agreed-upon customs," and the suffix -al turned it into an adjective. The term reflects societal norms formed through collective agreement, hence its modern meanings of "traditional" or "typical."
Her wedding was very conventional, with a white dress and a church ceremony.
The artist rejected conventional techniques to create something unique.
Conventional medicine often relies on pharmaceuticals.
The treaty banned the use of conventional weapons in the region.
His views are quite conventional for someone of his background.