Synonyms of metropolis

metropolis

noun

mə-ˈträ-p(ə-)ləs 

as in city

a thickly settled, highly populated area

a big, teeming metropolis where ambitious people from all over come to make their mark

Synonyms & Similar Words

• city
• town
• municipality
• megalopolis
• suburb
• burg
• cosmopolis
• megacity
• borough
• asphalt jungle
• conurbation
• downtown
• suburbia
• urban sprawl
• midtown
• central city
• exurb
• garden city
• inner city
• core city
• edge city

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of metropolis

The Motor City is now the 10th U.S. metropolis to get a Michelin Green Guide, joining a list that already includes destinations such as New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. —Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 11 Dec. 2024

While some cities offer an affordable lifestyle, others demand a premium just to cover the basics, as a Newsweek map shows From skyrocketing housing costs in coastal metropolises to budget-friendly communities in the heartland, the economic landscape across the U.S. varies dramatically. —Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024

From towering skyscrapers in bustling metropolises to lavish cinemas and the most opulent of hotels, Art Deco’s striking aesthetic has left a profound mark on global architecture. —Maya Chawla, Architectural Digest, 16 Dec. 2024

Barcelona, a vibrant metropolis on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, has emerged as a significant global fashion hub. —Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024