Vocabulary

Word of the Week: Convention Convention (Noun) Definition: Convention has a number of meanings. 1. A multilateral treaty, or an agreement which is less formal than a treaty. 2. A large meeting similar to a conference. 3. The custom or normal way of doing something. Example: The Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties sets out international […]

Entrenched (Adjective) Definition: If something is entrenched it is very firmly established. With regards to rights or laws, this means that they have a special status, so that they cannot be removed or limited though the ordinary procedures. Example: Often certain fundamental rights are entrenched to afford better protection. This word features in Episode 38 of the […]