Neighborhood — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈnā-bər-ˌhu̇d/ neigh·bor·hood

Meaning & Definition of Neighborhood

Neighborhood (noun)

  1. neighborly relationship
  2. the quality or state of being neighbors, proximity
  3. a place or region near, vicinity

Neighborhood (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an approximate amount, extent, or degree

    "a movie that's said to have cost in the neighborhood of 100 million dollars"

    similar: matter, tune, vicinity
    related: ballpark, nearness, proximity

  2. an area (as of a city) set apart for some purpose or having some special feature

    "are you familiar with the city's Latino neighborhood?"

    similar: district, nabe, quarter, section
    related: belt, zone, department, division, part, precinct, ward, area, backyard, locality, place, region, barrio, enclave, ghetto, hood

  3. the people living in a particular area

    "invited practically the whole neighborhood over for a big party"

    similar: community
    related: city, commune, hamlet, town, village, denizens, dwellers, inhabitants, residents, citizenry, culture, people, populace, public, society

  4. an adjoining region or space

    "we were somewhere in the neighborhood of the Capitol because we could see the dome"

    similar: backyard, environs, purlieus, vicinage, vicinity
    related: environment, surround, surroundings

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Neighborhood

The most common words with a similar meaning to Neighborhood:

matter, tune, vicinity, district, nabe, quarter, section, community, backyard, environs, purlieus, vicinage

Related Words for Neighborhood

ballpark, nearness, proximity, belt, zone, department, division, part, precinct, ward, area, locality, place, region, barrio, enclave, ghetto, hood, city, commune, hamlet, town, village, denizens, dwellers, inhabitants, residents, citizenry, culture, people

Origin & Etymology of Neighborhood

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Neighborhood

Words & Phrases Containing Neighborhood

neighborhood watch, in the neighborhood, in the neighborhood of

Frequently Asked Questions about Neighborhood

What does "Neighborhood" mean?

"Neighborhood" means neighborly relationship. As a noun, it is defined as: neighborly relationship. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Neighborhood"?

Other words for "Neighborhood" include matter, tune, vicinity, district, nabe, quarter, section and community. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Neighborhood" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Neighborhood"?

There are 48 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Neighborhood". Common alternatives include matter, tune, vicinity, district, nabe, quarter, section, community, backyard and environs.

How do you use "Neighborhood" in a sentence?

Examples of "Neighborhood" in a sentence: "a movie that's said to have cost in the neighborhood of 100 million dollars"; "are you familiar with the city's Latino neighborhood?"; "invited practically the whole neighborhood over for a big party".

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

"Neighborhood" is a noun.

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

As an A2-level word, "Neighborhood" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Neighborhood"?

"Neighborhood" is pronounced /ˈnā-bər-ˌhu̇d/ and divided into syllables as neigh·bor·hood.

What is the origin of the word "Neighborhood"?

First known use: 15th century.