Synonyms for

Hamilton

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

Definition

Hamilton is the name of a city in Canada and the United States, as well as a surname that originated in Scotland.

Synonyms & similar words

sirwilliamrowanhamilton hamilton ladyemmahamilton alicehamilton alexanderhamilton williamrowanhamilton amylyon Hammy Hami Hamil Hamiltown Ham-town Ham-central Hammer H-town Hamland Hamville Hami-town Hammie Ham-land Hami-ville Ham-central Ham-burg Ham-berg Hammerville Ham-borough Hami-burg

Common collocations

  • Hamilton College
  • Alexander Hamilton
  • Hamilton County
  • Hamiltonian mechanics
  • Hamiltonian path
  • Hamiltonian cycle
  • Hamiltonian matrix
  • Hamiltonian operator

Word family

noun Hamilton
adjective Hamiltonian

Usage note

Hamilton is primarily a proper noun, referring to a surname, a place name (e.g., Hamilton, Ontario), or an institution (e.g., Hamilton College). It is also used in technical contexts, particularly in physics and mathematics, as an adjective (Hamiltonian).

Example sentences

  1. Hamilton is a beautiful city with lots to see and do.
  2. Alexander Hamilton was a brilliant man who helped shape the United States.
  3. I wish I could see Hamilton the musical.
  4. I have a friend whose last name is Hamilton.
  5. My favorite character in Hamilton is King George III.

Quotes

  • 'Why do you write like you're running out of time? Write day and night like you're running out of time!' - Lin-Manuel Miranda, Hamilton
  • 'I am not throwing away my shot.' - Alexander Hamilton, Hamilton
  • 'If there's a fire you're trying to douse, you can't put it out from inside the house.' - Thomas Jefferson, Hamilton

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