Synonyms for

Madam

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

Definition

a polite term for addressing or referring to a woman

Synonyms & similar words

brothelkeeper lady maam dame gentlewoman lady miss maiden dame madame mistress queen princess goddess diva matriarch matron doyenne elder senior superior boss leader chief director

Synonyms by register

Formal

ma'am madame lady

Informal

miss dear love

Literary

dame mistress

Antonyms

sir master boy gentleman lord mister

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.

Example sentences

  1. The madam of the brothel was arrested for running an illegal business.
  2. The madam of the house greeted us at the door.
  3. Madam President gave a speech at the United Nations.
  4. The madam of etiquette taught us how to properly set a table.
  5. 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

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