Synonyms for
Metropolis
Definition
a very large and busy city
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Informal
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Common collocations
- sprawling metropolis
- bustling metropolis
- ancient metropolis
- modern metropolis
- global metropolis
- financial metropolis
- cultural metropolis
Word family
noun metropolis
adjective metropolitan
Usage note
Metropolis specifically refers to a very large and important city, often the capital or chief city of a country or region. It is generally used in a formal or neutral context.
Example sentences
- The metropolis of Tokyo is known for its bright lights and bustling streets.
- I dream of one day living in a metropolis like New York City.
- The people who live in the metropolis have access to many resources and opportunities.
- The metropolis can be overwhelming for some people who prefer smaller towns.
- The metropolis is home to many different cultures and languages.
Quotes
'The city seen from the Queensboro Bridge is always the city seen for the first time, in its first wild promise of all the mystery and the beauty in the world.' - F. Scott Fitzgerald
'I love New York City. The energy is incredible. It's like every single person has a goal and is working hard towards it.' - Adriana Lima
'The great city of Babylon was 225 square miles, with a population of more than a million people - 250,000 more than lived in London at the time.' - David Leslie
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