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nicknames

NOUN

informal title

Synonyms

STRONGEST

epithet moniker sobriquet style tag

STRONG

appellation byname byword denomination diminutive handle label

WEAK

familiar name pet name

Example Sentences

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What were some nicknames you had growing up?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

Naturally, Ryland nicknames his new acquaintance Rocky and quickly realizes they’re both the only survivors aboard their ships, tasked with the same mission: save their dying planets.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Valencia González, whose nicknames include “Baldy,” “Bimbo” and “R-3,” was born in Santa Ana, Calif. He also has a $5 million U.S. bounty on his head.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

She rides large motorcycles and has given her children nicknames like Sharky, Stonefish and Stingray.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

But there’s no arguing nicknames once a rugby team tattoos yours in their heads.

From "Winger" by Andrew Smith