Synonyms for

Dinner

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

Definition

A main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening.

Synonyms & similar words

dinnerparty supper feast banquet meal repast table spread buffet course entree dish plate cuisine menu cookery gastronomy chow

Synonyms by register

Formal

repast meal collation

Informal

grub chow eats

Literary

vespers evening meal

Antonyms

breakfast brunch lunch snack supper

Common collocations

  • dinner party
  • dinner table
  • dinner plate
  • dinner guest
  • dinner bell
  • dinner cruise
  • dinner date
  • evening dinner

Word family

noun dinner
verb dine

Usage note

Dinner is typically the main meal of the day, often eaten in the evening. While 'supper' can be a synonym, it sometimes refers to a lighter, later meal.

Example sentences

  1. I'm hungry, let's make dinner now.
  2. We always have dinner together as a family.
  3. Mom cooked a delicious dinner tonight.
  4. What are we having for dinner tonight?
  5. Dinner is the biggest meal of the day in some countries.

Quotes

  • All great change in America begins at the dinner table. - Ronald Reagan
  • There is no sincerer love than the love of food. - George Bernard Shaw
  • Cooking is like love, it should be entered into with abandon or not at all. - Harriet Van Horne

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