Synonyms for

Ballpark

Verb / ˈbɔ:ˌlpɑ:rk / Another word for ballpark — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a field or stadium used for baseball games

Synonyms & similar words

approximaterange park stadium field diamond pitch arena ground coliseum

Synonyms by register

Formal

estimate approximation rough idea general range

Informal

guess hunch shot in the dark ballpark figure

Antonyms

specific precise exact definite particular

Common collocations

  • in the ballpark
  • ballpark estimate
  • ballpark figure
  • ballpark number
  • ballpark range
  • ballpark cost
  • ballpark idea

Word family

noun ballpark

Usage note

Primarily used informally to refer to an approximate figure or range. It is often used in business contexts to give a rough idea of cost or quantity.

Example sentences

  1. We visited the new ballpark in town.
  2. The ballpark was filled with cheering fans.
  3. The team won the game at the ballpark.
  4. I bought some popcorn at the ballpark.
  5. The ballpark has a big screen for replays.

Quotes

  • Baseball is the only field of endeavor where a man can succeed three times out of ten and be considered a good performer. - Ted Williams
  • Baseball is almost the only orderly thing in a very unorderly world. - A. Bartlett Giamatti
  • Baseball was, is, and always will be to me the best game in the world. - Babe Ruth

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