Appellation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌa-pə-ˈlā-shən/ ap·pel·la·tion

Meaning & Definition of Appellation

Appellation (noun)

  1. an identifying name or title, designation
  2. a geographical name (as of a region, village, or vineyard) under which a winegrower is authorized to identify and market wine; also, the area designated by such a name
  3. the act of calling by a name

Appellation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

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

    "a twisting road that deserved the appellation Sidewinder Lane"

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Appellation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Appellation:

appellative, cognomen, compellation, denomination, denotation, designation, handle, moniker, name, nomenclature, title

Related Words for Appellation

baptismal name, Christian name, first name, forename, given name, family name, maiden name, middle name, surname, matronymic, patronymic, byname, diminutive, epithet, hypocorism, nickname, sobriquet, banner, rubric, tag, alias, cryptonym, nom de guerre, nom de plume, pen name, pseudonym, binomial, monomial, trivial name, vernacular

Origin & Etymology of Appellation

Middle English appellacyon, borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French appellacion, borrowed from Latin appellātiōn-, appellātiō "name, designation, noun, appeal," from appellāre "to speak to, address, apply to for support, refer to a higher authority, call upon, name, designate" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action; in sense 2 borrowed from French, going back to Middle Frenchappeal:2

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Appellation

Frequently Asked Questions about Appellation

What does "Appellation" mean?

"Appellation" means an identifying name or title, designation. As a noun, it is defined as: an identifying name or title, designation.

What is another word for "Appellation"?

Other words for "Appellation" include appellative, cognomen, compellation, denomination, denotation, designation, handle and moniker. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Appellation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Appellation"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Appellation". Common alternatives include appellative, cognomen, compellation, denomination, denotation, designation, handle, moniker, name and nomenclature.

How do you use "Appellation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Appellation" in a sentence: "a twisting road that deserved the appellation Sidewinder Lane".

Is "Appellation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Appellation" is a noun.

Is "Appellation" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Appellation" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Appellation"?

"Appellation" is pronounced /ˌa-pə-ˈlā-shən/ and divided into syllables as ap·pel·la·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Appellation"?

"Appellation" comes from Middle English appellacyon, borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French appellacion, borrowed from Latin appellātiōn-, appellātiō "name, designation, noun, appeal," from appellāre "to speak to, address, apply to for support, refer to a higher authority, call upon, name, designate" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action; in sense 2 borrowed from French, going back to Middle Frenchappeal:2. First known use: 15th century.