Synonyms for

Location

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

Definition

A particular place or position.

Synonyms & similar words

placement emplacement studio localisation positioning localization locating position fix place position site spot area region locale venue address point positioning whereabouts situation setting environment surroundings territory zone district

Synonyms by register

Formal

situation position setting site

Informal

spot place whereabouts digs

Literary

locale haunt scene

Antonyms

dislocation displacement absence emptiness void

Common collocations

  • exact location
  • specific location
  • current location
  • new location
  • physical location
  • remote location
  • location data
  • location services

Word family

noun location
verb locate
adjective locational

Usage note

While 'location' can refer to a general area, it often implies a specific point or position. It is commonly used in contexts related to geography, real estate, and technology.

Example sentences

  1. The location of the treasure is hidden in the map.
  2. The location of the school is near the park.
  3. The location of the store is on Main Street.
  4. The location of the hospital is far from here.
  5. The location of the museum is in the city center.

Quotes

  • "Location is everything." - Richard Florida
  • "Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world." - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • "If you want to be successful in a particular field, perseverance is one of the key qualities." - George Lucas, location scout for Star Wars

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