synonymous

adjective

syn·​on·​y·​mous sə-ˈnä-nə-məs 

1

: having the character of a synonym

also : alike in meaning or significance

2

: having the same connotations, implications, or reference

to runners, Boston is synonymous with marathon

—Runners World

synonymously adverb

Examples of synonymous in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And the sideline snapshot of him diving, fully extended toward the pylon became synonymous with his MVP bid. —Joe Buscaglia, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025

Under his leadership, Hublot became synonymous with innovation, from the launch of the legendary Big Bang in 2005 to partnerships that extended the brand’s reach globally. —Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025

Among these talented artists is Jessica Davis, who stands at the forefront of the community, exemplifying the perfect showcase of a traditional expertise and with new-age style that has become synonymous with Memphis hair culture. —Stixx Mathews, Essence, 22 Jan. 2025

Icons like Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo Picasso, and Vincent van Gogh have become synonymous with the concept of art itself — and their works have transcended time and culture. —Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 20 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1610, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

synonymous

adjective

syn·​on·​y·​mous sə-ˈnän-ə-məs 

1

: alike in meaning

2

: suggesting the same thing

a brand name that is synonymous with quality

synonymously adverb

Etymology

from Latin synonymus "synonymous," from Greek synōnymos, literally, "having the same name," from syn- "together, along with" and onyma, onoma "name" — related to anonymous, symposium, synagogue, synchronous