Synonyms for

Houston

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

Definition

Houston is a city in Texas, USA.

Synonyms & similar words

samuelhouston samhouston houston HTX H-Town

Common collocations

  • Houston, we have a problem
  • Houston Chronicle
  • Houston Texans
  • Houston Astros
  • Houston Rockets
  • Houston Ballet
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science
  • Houston Zoo

Word family

noun Houston

Usage note

Houston is primarily a proper noun, referring to a specific city in Texas, USA. It is not typically used as a common noun with antonyms or synonyms in the way a general vocabulary word would be.

Example sentences

  1. Houston is the fourth largest city in the United States.
  2. NASA's Johnson Space Center is located in Houston.
  3. The Houston Astros won the World Series in 2017.
  4. Houston has a warm and humid climate.
  5. Houston is known for its diverse food scene.

Quotes

  • Houston, we have a problem. - Apollo 13
  • I grew up in Houston, so I like my barbecue sweet. - Beyonce
  • Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed. - Neil Armstrong

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