Synonyms for

Apostrophe

Verb / ʌˈpɑ:strʌˌfi: / Another word for apostrophe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A punctuation mark used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Synonyms & similar words

mark symbol character punctuation comma prime foot minute second arcminute arcsecond tick dot speck spot dash hyphen parenthesis

Example sentences

  1. The apostrophe is used to show possession.
  2. The apostrophe is used to contract words like 'can't'.
  3. She forgot to put the apostrophe in 'it's'.
  4. An apostrophe is a type of punctuation mark.
  5. The apostrophe is not used to make plurals.

Quotes

  • I once heard a wise man say there are no perfect men. Only perfect intentions. That's an apostrophe, not an 'a'
  • I'm hopeless at small talk and have always wanted to be the person in the corner who says, 'I like the look of that apostrophe'.
  • I'm not an apostrophe guy. I don't even know how to use them.

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