NAMING Synonyms: 218 Similar and Opposite Words

naming 1 of 2

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as in designation

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naming

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verb

present participle of name

as in calling

to give a name to decided to name her new puppy "Bubbles"

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as in specifying

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

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as in nominating

to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty was named the provost of the university

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as in selecting

to decide to accept (someone or something) from a group of possibilities you don't like my offer? Just name your price

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as in setting

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

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as in choosing

to come to a judgment about after discussion or consideration they finally named a date for the wedding

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The children also argued that the beneficiary designation from the previous employer should have been applied.

Bob Carlson, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
While Blinken did not specify which groups the U.S. would engage with, the State Department has not ruled out discussions with HTS, despite its designation as a terrorist organization.

Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024

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