Synonyms for

Mcdowell

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

Definition

McDowell is a surname that originated in Scotland and Ireland. It means 'son of Dubhghall' or 'son of the dark stranger.'

Synonyms & similar words

MacDowell MacDugall Dowell Dougal Douglas Dugald Dugall Dugal Dubhghall Doyle Dowling Dunlop McDougal McDugald McDugall McGough McGowan McGuire McKay McKenna

Common collocations

  • McDowell County
  • McDowell Hall
  • McDowell Mountains
  • McDowell Scholarship
  • McDowell Center
  • McDowell Road
  • McDowell Group
  • McDowell Hospital

Usage note

McDowell is primarily a proper noun, often used as a surname or in place names. It does not have standard antonyms or synonyms in the way common nouns or verbs do.

Example sentences

  1. Mr. McDowell is my neighbor.
  2. The McDowell family is very nice.
  3. Did you know that McDowell is a Scottish surname?
  4. I met a person with the last name McDowell yesterday.
  5. McDowell is a common surname in Ireland.

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