Madam — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈma-dəm/ mad·am

Meaning & Definition of Madam

Madam (noun)

  1. lady —used without a name as a form of respectful or polite address to a woman
  2. —used as a conventional form of address in the salutation of a letter
  3. mistress —used as a title formerly with the given name but now with the surname or especially with a designation of rank or office

Madam (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the female partner in a marriage

    "the madam and I are planning to go out for a nice dinner on our anniversary"

    similar: helpmate, helpmeet, lady, missus, Mrs., old lady, wife, wifey, woman (chiefly dialect)
    related: bride, better half, companion, consort, mate, partner, significant other, soulmate, spouse, dowager, matron, hausfrau, homemaker, housekeeper, housewife, stay-at-home, widow

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Madam

The most common words with a similar meaning to Madam:

Chiefly dialect: woman
helpmate, helpmeet, lady, missus, Mrs., old lady, wife, wifey

Related Words for Madam

bride, better half, companion, consort, mate, partner, significant other, soulmate, spouse, dowager, matron, hausfrau, homemaker, housekeeper, housewife, stay-at-home, widow

Word Forms of Madam

Inflections: madams

Origin & Etymology of Madam

Middle English, from Anglo-French ma dame, literally, my lady

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Madam

  • Topics: Greetings & Introductions

Frequently Asked Questions about Madam

What does "Madam" mean?

"Madam" means lady —used without a name as a form of respectful or polite address to a woman. As a noun, it is defined as: lady —used without a name as a form of respectful or polite address to a woman.

What is another word for "Madam"?

Other words for "Madam" include helpmate, helpmeet, lady, missus, Mrs., old lady, wife and wifey. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Madam" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Madam"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Madam". Common alternatives include helpmate, helpmeet, lady, missus, Mrs., old lady, wife, wifey and woman.

How do you use "Madam" in a sentence?

Examples of "Madam" in a sentence: "the madam and I are planning to go out for a nice dinner on our anniversary".

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

"Madam" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Madam"?

"Madam" is pronounced /ˈma-dəm/ and divided into syllables as mad·am.

What is the origin of the word "Madam"?

"Madam" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French ma dame, literally, my lady. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Madam" meaning "the female partner in a marriage"?

When "Madam" (noun) means the female partner in a marriage, synonyms include helpmate, helpmeet, lady, missus, Mrs. and old lady.