euonym Definition
- 1a name well suited to the person, place, or thing named
- 2a name that is aptly suited to its owner
Using euonym: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "euonym" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
Mr. Quick was a fast runner.
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Dr. Foot is a podiatrist.
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Sue Yoo is a lawyer.
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Jack Hammer is a construction worker.
euonym Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for euonym
- charactonym
- aptonym
- aptronym
Phrases with euonym
aptonym
a name that is appropriate to the occupation of its bearer
Example
The aptynom 'Baker' is a common surname for people who work in the baking industry.
a name that suggests a distinctive trait of the character it belongs to
Example
The charactonym 'Ebenezer Scrooge' from Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' suggests a miserly and stingy character.
aptronym
a name that is particularly appropriate for its owner, often in a humorous or ironic way
Example
The aptronym 'Usain Bolt' is a fitting name for the fastest man in the world.
Origins of euonym
from Greek 'eu-' meaning 'well' + 'onoma' meaning 'name'
Summary: euonym in Brief
The term 'euonym' [yoo-uh-nim] refers to a name that is well-suited to the person, place, or thing named. It is often used to describe names that are appropriate to the occupation of its bearer, such as 'Mr. Quick' for a fast runner or 'Dr. Foot' for a podiatrist. Other related terms include 'aptonym,' 'charactonym,' and 'aptronym.'
