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conventional wisdom

noun

Definition of conventional wisdom

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

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

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conventional wisdom

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Definition of conventional wisdom for English Language Learners

  • : opinions or beliefs that are held or accepted by most people

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  1. Britannica English: Translation of conventional wisdom for Arabic speakers

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