Synonyms for

Derby

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

Definition

a horse race, usually for three-year-old horses, held annually in many countries

Synonyms & similar words

plughat bowler derbyhat bowlerhat tournament competition contest event meet match game race championship cup classic stakes run trial affair joust scrimmage showdown clash

Synonyms by register

Formal

contest competition match fixture

Informal

clash showdown face-off battle

Literary

joust melee

Antonyms

cooperation harmony peace truce accord agreement

Common collocations

  • local derby
  • football derby
  • fierce derby
  • important derby
  • championship derby
  • city derby
  • rivalry derby

Word family

noun derby

Usage note

A 'derby' most commonly refers to a sports contest, especially between two local rivals. It can also refer to a type of hat.

Example sentences

  1. The derby is a popular event for horse racing enthusiasts.
  2. My favorite horse won the derby this year.
  3. We bet on the horses at the derby and won some money.
  4. The derby is held every year in May.
  5. The Kentucky Derby is one of the most famous horse races in the world.

Quotes

  • "The Kentucky Derby is decadent and depraved." - Hunter S. Thompson
  • "I love the Kentucky Derby because it's a classic American event." - Laura Bell Bundy
  • "I've been to the Kentucky Derby before, but this time I'm going to enjoy it." - Tori Kelly

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