Synonyms for

Lafayette

Verb / ˌlɑ:fi:ˈet / / ˌlɑ:feɪˈet / Another word for lafayette — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lafayette is a city in Louisiana, United States, known for its Cajun and Creole cultures.

Synonyms & similar words

mariejosephpaulyvesrochgilbertdumotier lafayette marquisdelafayette LA Acadiana

Common collocations

  • Marquis de Lafayette
  • Lafayette College
  • Lafayette Square
  • Lafayette Street
  • Lafayette Park
  • Lafayette Escadrille
  • General Lafayette

Usage note

Lafayette is primarily a proper noun, referring to the Marquis de Lafayette, a French aristocrat and military officer. It is not typically used as a common noun with antonyms or synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Lafayette is my hometown.
  2. I love the food in Lafayette.
  3. We visited Lafayette last summer.
  4. Lafayette is famous for its music.
  5. My favorite restaurant is in Lafayette.

Quotes

  • 'I would rather live in Breaux Bridge or New Iberia or Lafayette or anywhere else in the world than in heaven.' - Walker Percy
  • 'Lafayette is the cultural oasis of the state.' - James Carville
  • 'Lafayette is a city that's always been on my radar.' - Hunter Hayes

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