Synonyms for

December

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

Definition

December is the twelfth and last month of the year in the Gregorian calendar.

Synonyms & similar words

dec december Yuletide Yule Christmastide Noel wintertime holidays

Synonyms by register

Literary

winter's end year's close

Antonyms

january february march april may june july august

Common collocations

  • early december
  • late december
  • mid-december
  • christmas in december
  • december cold
  • december snow
  • december holidays
  • end of december

Word family

noun December

Usage note

December is a proper noun and refers to the twelfth and final month of the Gregorian calendar. It is capitalized. There are no direct antonyms or synonyms as it is a specific month.

Example sentences

  1. December is my favorite month because it's my birthday month.
  2. The weather in December is usually very cold and snowy.
  3. I can't wait for December because I get to spend time with my family during the holidays.
  4. December is a time for giving and spreading joy.
  5. In December, many people celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah.

Quotes

  • December, being the last month of the year, cannot help but make us think of what is to come. - Fennel Hudson
  • “December, being the month of expectations…” - George Saunders
  • “December, the month of festivities and celebration. The month where everything slows down and we take a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of life.” - Unknown

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