Synonyms of appellation

appellation

noun

ˌa-pə-ˈlā-shən 

as in moniker

a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known

a twisting road that deserved the appellation "Sidewinder Lane"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• moniker
• name
• title
• nomenclature
• designation
• epithet
• nickname
• surname
• appellative
• denomination
• pseudonym
• cognomen
• denotation
• banner
• compellation
• handle
• sobriquet
• label
• diminutive
• first name
• maiden name
• forename
• Christian name
• given name
• family name
• baptismal name
• middle name
• alias
• patronymic
• tag
• misnomer
• vernacular
• trademark
• pen name
• binomial
• brand name
• rubric
• trade name
• matronymic
• nom de plume
• byname
• monomial
• cryptonym
• hypocorism
• nom de guerre
• trivial name

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of appellation

There are so many to choose from, including levels such as appellation village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru, and appellations large and small like Côte de Beaune, Côte Chalonnaise, Côte d’Or, Puligny-Montrachet, and Chassagne-Montrachet. —Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026

Barometer bush is another one of its appellations due to observations that a sudden rise in humidity triggers Texas sage’s massive bloom, typically occurring just before or after rain. —Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 29 Nov. 2025

In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres. —John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025

Add to that strict government rules in France and Italy to regulate appellations, and wine overall has made plonk pretty much a thing of the past. —John Mariani, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025

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