Synonyms for

Melville

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

Definition

Melville is a proper noun that refers to a surname. It is also the name of a town in Saskatchewan, Canada.

Synonyms & similar words

melville hermanmelville Melvil Melvile Melvill Melvyl Melvyle Melvilin Melvilina Melviline Melvillen Melvillena Melvillene Melvillion Melvillona Melvilon Melvilone Melvylle Melvyllyn Melvyllyne Melvylone Melvyll

Common collocations

  • Herman Melville
  • Melville's Moby Dick
  • Melville revival
  • Melville scholar
  • Melville's style
  • Melville's themes

Word family

noun Melville

Usage note

Melville is primarily used as a proper noun, referring to the American novelist Herman Melville. It is not typically used as a common noun or in other word forms.

Example sentences

  1. Melville is a beautiful town in Saskatchewan.
  2. I have a friend whose last name is Melville.
  3. Melville is a unique and interesting name.
  4. I wonder what the origin of the name Melville is.
  5. Melville is a relatively uncommon surname.

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