Synonyms for

Josephine

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

Definition

Josephine is a feminine given name of French origin. It means 'God will add' or 'May Jehovah add' in Hebrew.

Synonyms & similar words

Josie Jo Josephina Fifi Effie Phina Posy Joss Josette Josiane Josilyn Josilin Josiephine Josiene Josline Joslyn Joslyne Joslynne Josepha Josephin

Common collocations

  • Empress Josephine
  • Josephine Baker
  • Queen Josephine
  • Saint Josephine
  • Josephine County
  • Josephine March

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Usage note

Josephine is primarily a proper noun, most famously associated with Empress Joséphine de Beauharnais. It is not typically used as a common noun with direct synonyms or antonyms.

Example sentences

  1. 1. Josephine loves to sing and dance.
  2. 2. I gave Josephine a beautiful flower for her birthday.
  3. 3. Josephine is a great artist and paints beautiful pictures.
  4. 4. Let's invite Josephine to our party, she's so much fun!
  5. 5. Josephine's favorite color is purple.

Quotes

  • 1. 'A beautiful soul, Josephine. I will never forget her.' - Unknown
  • 2. 'The world is a better place because of people like Josephine.' - Unknown
  • 3. 'Josephine, you light up the room with your smile.' - Unknown

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