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Cunningham

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

Definition

Cunningham is a surname of Scottish origin that means 'belonging to Cunningham'. It is also used as a given name for boys.

Synonyms & similar words

cunningham mercecunningham Cunnyngham Cunyngham Cunningam Cunnigham Kinningham Kinninghan Kinningam Kinninghem Kinninham Kinninam Kinnigham Kinnigam Kinnigham Kinnigam Kynningham Kynninghan Kynningam Kynninghem Kininham Kininam

Common collocations

  • Cunningham's Law
  • Cunningham's Law states
  • apply Cunningham's Law
  • the principle of Cunningham's Law
  • in the spirit of Cunningham's Law
  • according to Cunningham's Law

Word family

noun Cunningham

Usage note

Cunningham is primarily known as a proper noun, often referring to Cunningham's Law, a principle in software development. It is not typically used as a common noun with direct synonyms or antonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Cunningham is a common last name in Scotland.
  2. My teacher's name is Mrs. Cunningham.
  3. I have a friend named Cunningham who loves to play basketball.
  4. Cunningham is a unique and interesting name.
  5. John Cunningham was a famous Scottish poet.

Quotes

  • 'I am Cunningham. I am Ward. I am America.' - Randall Cunningham
  • 'I'm not a politician. I'm a pro football player, and I'm a man who's not afraid to live in his skin.' - Randall Cunningham
  • 'You have to be cunning to survive in this world.' - George R.R. Martin

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