cognomen
noun
Simple meaning
Synonym of nickname, any epithet used similar to the Roman cognomina.
Pronunciation
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kahgnohmuhnSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɑɡˈnoʊmən
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
literary or humorous
Synonym of nickname, any epithet used similar to the Roman cognomina.
Word at a Glance
- Typical Use
- Rare
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This meaning: (literary or humorous) Synonym of nickname, any epithet used similar to the Roman cognomina.
Used this way, cognomen is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It turns up most in literature or storytelling contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Formal
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Playful
- Usage feel
- Literary and expressive
Where it naturally appears
- Literature/storytelling
Usage note
Comfortable in writing and prepared speech; in casual conversation a shorter everyday word usually sounds more natural.
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Sense: synonym of nickname
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