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conclave
This term carries a strong connotation of exclusivity and secrecy. While it can refer to any private gathering of powerful individuals, it evokes an atmosphere of high stakes, solemnity, and isolation from the outside world. It is significantly more formal and weighted than words like "meeting" or "session."
In its specific ecclesiastical sense, the word refers to the locked-door process of electing a pope. This origin informs the general usage, suggesting a meeting where participants are "locked in" until a decision is reached. Because of this association, using "conclave" for a casual get-together would be seen as an ironic or hyperbolic misuse of the register.
Meanings
Examples
The cardinals entered the conclave to elect the next pope.
The board members held a private conclave to decide the fate of the CEO.
They are meeting in a secret conclave to plan the rebellion.
The world waited in silence for the white smoke to signal the end of the conclave.
I wonder what they are discussing in that closed door conclave.
The high council convened in a solemn conclave to address the crisis.
The political strategists gathered for a weekend conclave at a remote lodge.
Only a few trusted advisors were invited to the inner conclave.