conventional wisdom

noun

: the generally accepted belief, opinion, judgment, or prediction about a particular matter

Examples of conventional wisdom in a Sentence

Conventional wisdom in Hollywood says that a movie can't succeed unless it stars a famous actor or actress.

Recent Examples on the Web

Especially because The Pitt had three nominees in the category — Patrick Ball, Shawn Hatosy, and Gerran Howell — with conventional wisdom favoring Ball and Hatosy. — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026

If the conventional wisdom holds, Bass’ tough summer means that Raman gained some momentum. — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Because the schedule is significantly more difficult, the conventional wisdom is that Michigan could be a better team in 2026 without equaling last year’s 9-3 regular-season finish. — Austin Meek, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

That’s the conventional wisdom that, for better or worse, not all filmmakers observe when picking up the mantle of a series or franchise. — Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for conventional wisdom

• unwisdom