name

³name

adj

Definition of NAME

1

: of, relating to, or bearing a name <name tags>

2

: appearing in the name of a literary or theatrical production

3

a : having an established reputation b : featuring celebrities

Examples of NAME

1. <the university's physics department boasts a number of name physicists>

First Known Use of NAME

1598

Related to NAME

Synonyms: esteemed, estimable, respectable, prestigious, recognized, reputable, reputed, respected

Antonyms: disreputable

Related Words: honorable, venerable, worthy; creditable, good, praiseworthy; celebrated, distinguished, famed, famous, honored, illustrious, notable, prominent, redoubtable, renowned, well-known

Near Antonyms: seedy, shadowy, shady; no-name, obscure, undistinguished, unknown

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