Synonyms for

Label

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

Definition

a piece of paper or other material that gives information about the object it is attached to

Synonyms & similar words

tag mark judge pronounce recordinglabel tag sticker marker tab sign ticket flag note stamp badge patch emblem crest insignia logo monogram trademark signature brand seal

Synonyms by register

Formal

designation classification appellation identification

Informal

tag sticker name title

Literary

epithet cognomen

Antonyms

unmark unclassify disregard ignore generalize

Common collocations

  • product label
  • food label
  • shipping label
  • price label
  • label maker
  • label clearly
  • label something as

Word family

noun label
verb label
adjective labeled

Usage note

As a verb, 'label' can sometimes carry a negative connotation, implying a simplistic or unfair categorization of a person or thing.

Example sentences

  1. I put a label on my lunchbox so I don't accidentally take someone else's.
  2. The label on the toy said it was made in China.
  3. My mom uses a label maker to organize our pantry.
  4. The label on the bottle told me how much sugar was in the drink.
  5. I lost my luggage at the airport because the label fell off.

Quotes

  • I don't like labels; they're just sticky reminders of the past. - Alexandra Bracken
  • I don't like labels. I don't like being labeled as autistic. - Temple Grandin
  • Good music is good music, and everything else can go to hell. - Dave Grohl

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