Synonyms of denomination

denomination

noun

di-ˌnä-mə-ˈnā-shən 

as in name

a word or combination of words by which a person or thing is regularly known

a variety of creative works that today come under the denomination of "art"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• name
• moniker
• nomenclature
• title
• designation
• appellation
• nickname
• surname
• banner
• epithet
• denotation
• pseudonym
• handle
• cognomen
• appellative
• compellation
• Christian name
• family name
• label
• first name
• given name
• baptismal name
• maiden name
• tag
• middle name
• forename
• pen name
• diminutive
• sobriquet
• vernacular
• trade name
• nom de plume
• patronymic
• binomial
• alias
• brand name
• monomial
• rubric
• misnomer
• nom de guerre
• trademark
• matronymic
• hypocorism
• cryptonym
• trivial name
• byname

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of denomination

Temple Israel belongs to the Reform denomination. —Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 12 Mar. 2026

Aleph and other Jewish chaplaincy groups say the chaplaincy system is being undermined by the Messianic movement, whose adherents may identify as Jews but are not recognized as such by any denomination of Judaism. —Asaf Elia-Shalev, Sun Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2026

Silver and gold coins (like the classic Gold Eagle and Silver Eagle) are usually best for those who wish to purchase a smaller amount, with some coins coming in denominations as low as one ounce. —Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026

These are a more affordable option for collectors who want something unusual, with player images on what looked like currency in various denominations. —Michael Salfino, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026