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Joseph

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

Definition

Joseph is a male given name that originates from Hebrew and means 'he will add'.

Synonyms & similar words

joseph chiefjoseph Joe Joey José Yosef Yusuf Józef Giuseppe Josef Josepha Josif Josip Iosif Iosifovich Iosifovna Jooseppi József Jozef Józefa Joséphine Joséphine

Common collocations

  • Saint Joseph
  • Joseph Smith
  • Joseph and Mary
  • Coat of Many Colors Joseph
  • Potiphar's wife Joseph

Word family

noun Joseph

Usage note

Joseph is primarily a proper noun, the name of a biblical figure and founder of Mormonism. It does not have direct antonyms or common synonyms in the way a typical common noun or verb would.

Example sentences

  1. Joseph is my friend's name.
  2. Joseph helped his mother make dinner.
  3. Joseph is a biblical name.
  4. My uncle's name is Joseph.
  5. Joseph is a popular name in many cultures.

Quotes

  • 'All the colors are the friends of their neighbors and the lovers of their opposites.' - Marc Chagall
  • 'How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.' - Anne Frank
  • 'The purpose of our lives is to be happy.' - Dalai Lama

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