Synonyms for
Delaware
Definition
Delaware is a state located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. It is the second-smallest state by area and the sixth-least populous state in the country.
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- state of Delaware
- New Castle Delaware
- Wilmington Delaware
- Delaware River
- Delaware Bay
- University of Delaware
- Delaware Blue Hens
- Delaware water gap
Word family
noun Delawarean
Usage note
Delaware is primarily a proper noun referring to a U.S. state, a river, or a bay. It does not have antonyms or synonyms in the typical sense. The word family is limited.
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Example sentences
- Delaware is known as the First State because it was the first state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.
- I visited Wilmington, the largest city in Delaware, last weekend.
- Delaware is a great place to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking.
- I learned about Delaware history in school this week.
- My family and I went to the beach in Delaware for our summer vacation.
Quotes
"Delaware is the only state that has something called a coast line." - Frank Carper
"Delaware's a small state, and it's a wonderful state." - Joe Biden
"I like Delaware because it's a small state." - Joe Flacco