Word
conjunction
Phoneticscon·junc·tion, stress on the second syllable
US/kənˈdʒəŋkʃən/
UK/kəndʒˈʌŋkʃən/
Definitions
01grammar
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Science Technical
n. a word used to connect other words, phrases, or parts of a sentence.
n. a part of speech used to connect words, phrases, or clauses, indicating the semantic relationship between the joined elements.
Español:conjunción
“Words like 'and', 'but', and 'because' are common conjunctions in English.”
“The student struggled to distinguish between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions when analyzing complex sentence structures.”
Usage
In linguistics, it refers to a specific functional category of words.
02happening together
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. the situation where two or more things happen at the same time or work together.
n. the state of being joined or occurring together; a coincidence or combination of events.
“The success of the project was due to a conjunction of hard work and good luck.”
“The economic crisis was caused by a rare conjunction of high inflation, energy shortages, and political instability.”
Usage
Often used in the phrase 'in conjunction with'.
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03astronomy
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Science Technical
n. when two planets or stars appear to be in the same place in the sky.
n. the alignment of two celestial bodies such that they have the same celestial longitude as observed from a third body, usually Earth.
“Amateur astronomers gathered to watch the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn.”
“The rare planetary conjunction provided researchers with a unique opportunity to calibrate their deep-space observational equipment.”
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04logic
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Mathematics Technical
n. a statement that uses 'and' to join two other statements.
n. a compound proposition that is true if and only if all its component propositions are true.
“In logic, a conjunction is only true if both parts of the sentence are true.”
“The truth table demonstrates that the conjunction of two variables remains false unless both inputs are simultaneously verified.”
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Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “conjunction” in context.
Adjective
01. conjunction major
“The alignment of the planets was a major conjunction that astronomers had been waiting for.”
adj + noun
02. conjunction physical
“The physical conjunction of the two rivers creates a powerful current at the valley floor.”
adj + noun
03. conjunction possible
“We need to investigate every possible conjunction of events that could have led to the accident.”
adj + noun
04. conjunction potential
“The potential conjunction of these two chemicals could result in a dangerous reaction.”
adj + noun
05. conjunction serious
“A serious conjunction of economic factors led to the market crash in 2008.”
adj + noun
06. conjunction significant
“There is a significant conjunction between poverty and lack of educational resources.”
adj + noun
07. conjunction social
“The social conjunction of different cultures in the city leads to a vibrant atmosphere.”
adj + noun
08. conjunction unintended
“The unintended conjunction of the two software updates caused the system to crash.”
adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“The two are drawing together ahead of a conjunction later that day when the moon will pass less than a degree north of the giant planet.” “Yes, there will be several concerts and foodie events running in conjunction with the F1 Grand Prix.” Etymology
From Old French conjonction, from Latin coniūnctiō (“joining”), from coniungere (“to join”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944EikenEikenTest in Practical English ProficiencyThe English proficiency test from the Eiken Foundation of Japan, widely taken by Japanese students. Grades run from 5 to 1, with Pre-1 and Pre-2 between them.Pre-1
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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