as in to name
to give a name to
stargazing is nothing more than that, and denominating it as astrology does not make it a science
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of denominate
Sales of dollar- and euro-denominated bonds from developing nations this month are already running some 200% above volumes seen last April, data compiled by Bloomberg shows.
—
Selcuk Gokoluk,
Bloomberg,
19 Apr. 2026
And beyond the fall in funding amounts, a mark of the evolution in Chinese-Africa lending is that lenders are increasingly denominating loans in yuan instead of the US dollars.
—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
23 Jan. 2026
When the dollar weakens and other currencies strengthen, investments denominated in those currencies become more valuable when converted back into dollars.
—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
4 Jan. 2026
Western governments moved to freeze Russian assets denominated in US dollars, prompting governments in Russia — as well as China — to look for ways to decrease exposure to American policy decisions, Lindahl said.
—
Cnn.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for denominate
Selcuk Gokoluk,
Bloomberg,
19 Apr. 2026
And beyond the fall in funding amounts, a mark of the evolution in Chinese-Africa lending is that lenders are increasingly denominating loans in yuan instead of the US dollars.
—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
23 Jan. 2026
When the dollar weakens and other currencies strengthen, investments denominated in those currencies become more valuable when converted back into dollars.
—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
4 Jan. 2026
Western governments moved to freeze Russian assets denominated in US dollars, prompting governments in Russia — as well as China — to look for ways to decrease exposure to American policy decisions, Lindahl said.
—
Cnn.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
25 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for denominate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denominate
Verb
-
In the 1830s the British colonized this area where the mouth of the Yarra River widens into what would be named Port Phillip Bay.
-
The elder Moniak, now 86, played six seasons in the Red Sox farm system from 1958-63, and like Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski, was among the young outfielders who benefited from the tutelage of a special batting instructor named Ted Williams at spring training ‘61-63.
Verb
-
The accord called for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a halt to hostilities across the region, including in Lebanon.
-
Baelor Targaryen Baelor Targaryen (Bertie Carvel) — often called Baelor Breakspear — is a noble and widely respected Targaryen prince known for his honor, leadership and skill in battle.
Verb
-
Bass, who served in Congress for more than a decade, was designated by then-President Biden to be part of his official delegation to attend the inauguration of Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama.
-
The Pacific Coast Highway is one of America’s most scenic drives, with stunning bluffs and designated vista points featuring sparkling ocean views.
Verb
-
Lovingly dubbed Scarlet, the conservatory's specimen only blooms once every three to five years, and for just two days.
-
Excavations at Rising Star have sparked debate about whether these little hominins had all ended up in the caves by tragic accident, or whether they’d been carefully placed there by other members of their enigmatic species, dubbed Homo naledi.
Verb
-
The team played so well in the leadup to the World Cup that many labeled Ecuador a darkhorse candidate to win the whole thing.
-
Whole leaf extract of aloe vera has been labeled as a possible carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
Verb
-
Burrows was also nominated for 15 Directors Guild of America Awards during his career, winning five.
-
He was nominated for dozens of Emmy Awards and Directors Guild of America Awards over his long career.
Verb
-
The latter are often associated with what might be termed the silovaya ideologiya—a security-state ideology that emphasises a strong state, the primacy of state interests over private interests, great-power status, and strict domestic order.
-
Carollo was termed out of office at the end of last year.
Verb
-
Websites like AirHelp can assist you in learning what you’re entitled to based on your itinerary, and in claiming the compensation you’re owed.
-
That they are entitled to not wear the uniforms, that they’re entitled to express their religious beliefs.
Cite this Entry
“Denominate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/denominate. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
