1
as in moniker
a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known
introduced himself and then asked what my name was
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in insult
an act or expression showing scorn and usually intended to hurt another's feelings
quit calling her names
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in appearance
outward and often deceptive indication
a celebrity who is the head of the charitable organization in name only
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in reputation
overall quality as seen or judged by people in general
has a good name among fellow marine biologists
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in star
a person who is widely known and usually much talked about
managed to get several names to appear at the restaurant's opening
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to label
to give a name to
decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in to mention
to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically
I don't want to name anyone in particular, but someone in this room fiddled with my car's radio
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to nominate
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
was named the provost of the university
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in to select
to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities
you don't like my offer? Just name your price
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in to set
to decide upon (the time or date for an event) usually from a position of authority
you name the date and I'll make sure I'm there
Synonyms & Similar Words
6
as in to choose
to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration
they finally named a date for the wedding
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in respected
having a good reputation especially in a field of knowledge
the university's physics department boasts a number of name physicists
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of name
Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
The tipster gave police the Instagram handle and the name of the account’s owner.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Taylor Swift has been named the top female artist of the last quarter century.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Vulture, 23 June 2022
Although pancake mix and syrup are not sold out in most stores, most popular or name brand items are harder to come by.
—Dallas News, 26 Apr. 2020
See All Example Sentences for name
Noun
According to his mother, her son’s tattoos tell a story of love and loyalty: A crown, inked with the name of his first son, Santiago.
—Syra Ortiz Blanes, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025
The tipster gave police the Instagram handle and the name of the account’s owner.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025
Verb
Best Latin Children’s Album category will now be named Best Children’s Album (Children’s Field).
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
Taylor Swift has been named the top female artist of the last quarter century.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
As interesting as the pro-name change argument may be, Zaslav may ultimately decide it’s not worth the investment in time and resources to make what is at the core a cosmetic change.
—Vulture, 23 June 2022
Although pancake mix and syrup are not sold out in most stores, most popular or name brand items are harder to come by.
—Dallas News, 26 Apr. 2020
See All Example Sentences for name
Recent Examples of Synonyms for name
Noun
-
The moniker is an apt evocation because the program pushes supercar lovers beyond their high-grip comfort zones, leveraging the Urus as a tool capable of tackling both urban environments and off-road terrain.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
18 Mar. 2025
-
As part of the changes, the project — which also includes the busy Whole Foods at First and University that will not be affected — is getting a new moniker: Cherry Lane.—
Thomas Gounley,
The Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
The previous time Lilian had seen Imelda, who was sitting next to her in London, was ten years earlier, when her children were alive, but with some people mindless small talk would be an insult.—
Yiyun Li,
The New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2025
-
That’s because Trump’s approach isn’t just an insult to Zelensky but to Ukraine itself and its institution of national leadership.—
Illia Ponomarenko,
TIME,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
That's right — Robert Redford made his first on-screen acting appearance in years on Dark Winds!—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
-
The list of players who have gotten a lower contact rate on swing in the zone contains five closers with 17 All-Star appearances among them.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Trump, Musk’s biggest political ally, and his administration seem to be taking it on themselves to protect the brand’s reputation.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN,
20 Mar. 2025
-
Providers can enforce access controls, while AI can confirm service reputation through on-ledger trust scores.—
Evan J. Schwartz,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
-
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free daily newsletter to get breaking TV news, exclusive first looks, recaps, reviews, interviews with your favorite stars, and more.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
13 Mar. 2025
-
This approach was not only intended for his stars, such as Ayo Edebiri, John Malkovich and Juliette Lewis, but also his crew members and background artists.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
Some were labeled, as were all of the old 8mm and Super 8 movie spools.—
Scott Kramer,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
-
The muffins were labelled as Six Count Bran Muffins but were actually Glorious Morning Muffins, which include walnuts, an ingredient in the muffins, and a known allergen.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
That's not to mention Monday's stock market plunge, which saw the Dow Jones Industrial Average drop about 2% — more than erasing the gains since President Trump's inauguration.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2025
-
This isn't the first time the public has become aware of C4, as the project was mentioned to be in development – alongside Project M0 – when it was reported that ZA/UM laid off staff and cancelled a Disco Elysium expansion in 2024.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
The top executives of the music awards in each country, or those nominated by the top executives, will participate in MAJ as overseas voting members.—
Billboard Japan,
Billboard,
14 Mar. 2025
-
She was nominated to lead the NEH by then-president Joe Biden in October 2021 and confirmed to a typical four-year term in the role by the Senate the following February.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
14 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Name.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/name. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share