Synonyms for

Catherine

Verb / ˈkæθɜ:ʌn / / ˈkæθɜ:ɪn / / ˈkæθrɪn / Another word for catherine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Catherine is a female given name. It means 'pure' or 'clear'.

Synonyms & similar words

catherine catherinethegreat catherineii catherineofaragon Katherine Kate Katie Katrina Kathleen Kat Cate Cathy Cat Trina Rina Kitty Kay Karen Karina Karrie Kara Kari Carina Carrie

Common collocations

  • Saint Catherine
  • Catherine wheel
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Catherine the Great
  • Catherine Deneuve
  • Catherine Parr

Word family

noun Catherine

Usage note

Catherine is primarily a proper noun, a given name for females. It does not have direct antonyms or synonyms in the typical sense. Its usage is limited to referring to people or historical figures with this name, or specific cultural references like the 'Catherine wheel' firework.

Example sentences

  1. Catherine is a very kind person.
  2. My aunt's name is Catherine.
  3. Catherine loves to read books.
  4. I gave Catherine a present for her birthday.
  5. Catherine is a popular name for girls.

Quotes

  • 'I am Catherine the Great.' - Catherine the Great
  • 'I have the heart of a man, not a woman, and I am not afraid of anything.' - Queen Elizabeth I
  • 'I love you more than words can wield the matter, Dearer than eyesight, space, and liberty.' - William Shakespeare

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