Congress vs. Conference: What's the Difference? & Synonyms

Congress is a formal assembly of representatives who come together to discuss and make laws. It typically refers to a legislative body, such as the United States Congress or the Indian Parliament.

A conference, on the other hand, is a meeting or gathering of people who come together to exchange ideas or information on a particular topic. It can be a formal or informal event, and may be organized by an individual, group, or organization.

Other synonyms for congress include:

• Legislature
• Assembly
• Parliament
• House of Representatives
• Senate
• Chamber

Other synonyms for conference include:

• Symposium
• Seminar
• Summit
• Colloquium
• Forum
• Convention