Synonyms for

Nic

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

Definition

Nic is a short form or nickname for the name Nicholas or Nicole.

Synonyms & similar words

Nick Nicky Cole Nikki Nicholas Nicole Nico Nicolai Nikolai Nikolay Colin Nik Niklaus Nikolaj Niklas Nicholai Nikolaus Nikolae Nikolajs Nikolaos

Synonyms by register

Formal

courtesy politeness civility deference

Informal

manners good form etiquette being nice

Literary

grace amiability affability

Antonyms

rude impolite discourteous disrespectful unpleasant offensive

Common collocations

  • good nic
  • bad nic
  • nic and manners
  • nic to others
  • show nic
  • lack of nic

Word family

noun niceness
adjective nice

Usage note

The word 'nic' is an archaic or dialectal form of 'nice' and is rarely used in modern standard English. It is best avoided in formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. Nic is my best friend.
  2. His real name is Nicholas, but we call him Nic.
  3. Nicole and Nic are siblings.
  4. I saw Nic at the park.
  5. Nic is a talented singer.

Quotes

  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt
  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt

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