Synonyms for

Britain

Verb / ˈbrɪtʌn / Another word for britain — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Britain is an island country in Europe, located off the northwestern coast of the continent. It is the birthplace of the English language and has a rich history and culture.

Synonyms & similar words

uk greatbritain unitedkingdomofgreatbritainandnorthernireland britain unitedkingdom UK England Scotland Wales Albion Prydain Britannia Hibernia Jersey Guernsey

Synonyms by register

Formal

United Kingdom Great Britain the realm

Informal

the UK Brit Brits

Literary

Albion the isle

Antonyms

foreign abroad overseas alien non-British external

Common collocations

  • Visit Britain
  • Britain's economy
  • Modern Britain
  • Post-war Britain
  • Britain and Europe
  • Britain's future
  • Britain's history

Word family

noun Britain
adjective British

Usage note

Britain is often used interchangeably with the United Kingdom, though technically it refers to the island comprising England, Scotland, and Wales. It is a proper noun and should be capitalized.

Example sentences

  1. The queen of Britain lives in Buckingham Palace.
  2. Britain has a rich history of literature and art.
  3. My friend moved to Britain to study at a university.
  4. I want to try fish and chips when I visit Britain.
  5. Many famous musicians and bands come from Britain.

Quotes

  • I want to see how the world reacts to Britain leaving the EU.
  • Britain has always been a mixture of different cultures and peoples.
  • I think Britain is better off outside the European Union.

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