Synonyms for
Marion
Definition
Marion is a given name for both males and females. It is a variant of the name Marian, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'rebelliousness'.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- pull the strings
- like a marionette
- dance like a marionette
- a mere marionette
- control a marionette
- act like a marionette
Word family
noun marionette
Usage note
The word 'marion' is not a standard English word. It is likely a misspelling or a fragment of 'marionette'. If referring to a puppet controlled by strings, 'marionette' is the correct term.
Example sentences
- Marion went to the park to play with her friends.
- My grandma's name is Marion.
- Marion was excited to start her new school.
- I love spending time with Marion.
- Marion is a very creative person.
Quotes
'The great thing about being the son of Mildred and Marion is that you go through life thinking there's nothing you can't handle.' - David Sedaris
'Our lives are not determined by what happens to us but by how we react to what happens, not by what life brings to us, but by the attitude we bring to life.' - Marion Chalut
'One cannot collect all the beautiful shells on the beach. One can collect only a few and they are more beautiful if they are few.' - Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Gift from the Sea