coven

Vocabulary Word

Definition

A 'coven' is traditionally a gathering of witches, but don't let that scare you! Nowadays, it can simply refer to any close-knit group of people who share a common interest or goal.

Examples in Different Contexts

In niche tech communities, 'coven' might describe a group focused on specific domains. A specialist could jest, 'The AI coven met last night to discuss the latest neural networks.'

Practice Scenarios

Academics

Scenario:

The math tournament requires a team of dedicated students. Who should we consider for participation?

Response:

We can create a coven of our strongest mathematicians for the math tournament.

Creative

Scenario:

The curator asked if we could suggest a group of artists. Who do you think we should select?

Response:

Why don't we introduce him to the coven of sculptors and painters from last year's residency program?