Synonyms for

Birthday

Verb / ˈbɜ:ˌθdeɪ / Another word for birthday — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Birthday is the anniversary of the day on which a person was born, typically treated as an occasion for celebration and the giving of gifts.

Synonyms & similar words

natalday anniversary natale b-day birthdate nativity fete jubilee milestone commemoration remembrance ceremony observance occasion holiday festivity

Synonyms by register

Formal

anniversary natal day commemoration

Informal

b-day bday birth-anniversary

Literary

day of nativity natal anniversary

Antonyms

deathday end of life passing day anniversary of death

Common collocations

  • happy birthday
  • birthday party
  • birthday cake
  • birthday gift
  • birthday present
  • birthday wish
  • birthday celebration
  • birthday card

Word family

noun birthday
adjective birthday

Usage note

While 'birthday' is a common noun, it can also function as an adjective, as in 'birthday party'. There are no direct antonyms in common usage, but 'deathday' is a conceptual opposite.

Example sentences

  1. I am excited to celebrate my birthday with my family and friends.
  2. My favorite part of my birthday is eating cake.
  3. I received many presents on my birthday.
  4. I was born on the same day as my cousin, so we celebrate our birthdays together.
  5. I always make a wish before blowing out the candles on my birthday cake.

Quotes

  • Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that the people who have the most live the longest. - Larry Lorenzoni
  • Growing old is mandatory, but growing up is optional. - Walt Disney
  • Age is a case of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it don't matter. - Satchel Paige

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