acronym
The word “acronym” has 3 syllables: ac-ro-nym
It's pronounced as /ˈæk.rə.nɪm/
What is synonym and antonym for acronym?
In the thesaurus, “acronym” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for acronym along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for acronym
- abbreviation
- condensed form
- initialism
- letter abbreviation
- short form
Antonyms for acronym
- complete name
- expanded form
- full form
- long form
- unabbreviated version
Meanings of acronym
- noun
- An abbreviation formed by the initial letters of other words, sometimes exclusively such abbreviations when pronounced as a word (as "laser") rather than as individual letters (initialisms such as "TNT").
- An abbreviation formed by the beginning letters or syllables of other words (as "Benelux").
- verb
- To form into an acronym.
Example Sentences
- NATO is an acronym for North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
- Many students struggle to remember what each acronym stands for.
- The company created a catchy acronym for its new product.
- Using an acronym can make long names easier to recall.
- He explained the acronym during the presentation so everyone understood it.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to acronym, such as: abbreviation, complete name, condensed form, expanded form, full form, initialism, letter abbreviation.
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