What is another word for Hearings?
Pronunciation: [hˈi͡əɹɪŋz] (IPA) 
Hearings are basically judicial, legislative or administrative proceedings wherein a group of people listen to a certain issue, case, or proposal. In other words, hearings are events that focus on listening to evidence, arguments and the views of different parties involved. There are several words that can be used interchangeably with hearings, such as inquiries, meetings, sessions, discussions, proceedings, deliberations, conferences and consultations. Each of these words highlights the idea of listening to or presenting a case, but may have slightly different connotations depending on the context. The choice of word depends on the nature and purpose of the event being held.
