Synonyms for
Madam
Definition
a polite term for addressing or referring to a woman
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- yes madam
- thank you madam
- excuse me madam
- madam president
- madam speaker
- madam chairman
- madam justice
Word family
noun madam
Usage note
Madam is a formal term of address for a woman. It is often used in customer service or when addressing someone of higher social standing. 'Ma'am' is a common, less formal alternative in American English.
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Example sentences
- The madam of the brothel was arrested for running an illegal business.
- The madam of the house greeted us at the door.
- Madam President gave a speech at the United Nations.
- The madam of etiquette taught us how to properly set a table.
- The madam of the school scolded the students for misbehaving.
Quotes
"The difference between a lady and a flower girl is not how she behaves, but how she is treated." - George Bernard Shaw
"I am a woman, a mother, a daughter, a sister. I am a real person operating in the world, and I can't be summed up in one word." - Ashley Judd
"A woman is like a tea bag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water." - Eleanor Roosevelt