Synonyms for

Hollywood

Verb / ˈhɑ:li:ˌwʊd / Another word for hollywood — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Hollywood is a neighborhood in Los Angeles, California that is famous for its movie and television industry.

Synonyms & similar words

hollywood Tinseltown

Synonyms by register

Formal

show business film industry cinematic world

Informal

Tinseltown the movies the biz

Literary

dream factory silver screen realm

Antonyms

authenticity realism truth sincerity genuineness earnestness

Common collocations

  • Hollywood sign
  • Hollywood Hills
  • Hollywood Boulevard
  • Hollywood star
  • Hollywood ending
  • Hollywood elite
  • Hollywood glamour

Word family

noun Hollywood
adjective Hollywood

Usage note

Often used to refer to the American film industry, its culture, and its perceived superficiality or glamour. Can also refer to the district in Los Angeles.

Example sentences

  1. Hollywood is where many famous movies and TV shows are made.
  2. My favorite actor lives in Hollywood.
  3. I want to work in Hollywood when I grow up.
  4. Hollywood is a very exciting place to visit.
  5. There are many famous landmarks in Hollywood, like the Hollywood sign and the Chinese Theater.

Quotes

  • In Hollywood, they'll forgive you anything except being old.
  • Hollywood is a place where they'll pay you a thousand dollars for a kiss and fifty cents for your soul.
  • Hollywood is a place where they'll pay you a thousand dollars for a smile and fifty cents for your soul.

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