Synonyms of appellation

appellation

noun

ˌa-pə-ˈlā-shən 

as in moniker

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

a twisting road that deserved the appellation "Sidewinder Lane"

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of appellation

LoCascio says there are fewer than 60 acres of it planted in the tiny appellation, but it was known to Pliny the Elder 2,000 years ago. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 14 Aug. 2026

Adjacent to the Oakville Grocery, the facility offers more than 85 Napa wines in a historic, immersive space that teaches wine lovers about Napa’s history and appellations. — Katie Sweeney, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

The wine list pays tribute to France’s most celebrated appellations, with bottles by renowned names like Alain Graillot and Domaine Gramenon, alongside rising talents like Yann Chave and Caroline Frey. — Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 23 July 2026

Down the rock at the Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo, the dining room pours rosé from Bandol and from Bellet, a Niçoise appellation so small that barely anyone outside the region can name it. — Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

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