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Paterson

Noun / ˈpætɜ:sʌn / Another word for paterson — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a city in northeastern New Jersey, United States

Synonyms & similar words

williampatterson paterson city town metropolis municipality settlement community village hamlet borough district province state region territory locality locale place spot location

Common collocations

  • William Paterson
  • Paterson New Jersey
  • Paterson Great Falls
  • Paterson NJ
  • Paterson Plank Road
  • Paterson Police Department

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Usage note

Paterson is primarily a proper noun, most commonly referring to a surname or a city in New Jersey. It does not have standard antonyms or synonyms in the way common nouns or verbs do.

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Example sentences

  1. Paterson is known for its silk industry history.
  2. Many famous people have come from Paterson.
  3. My friend lives in Paterson and goes to a great school there.
  4. Paterson is a diverse city with many different cultures.
  5. I hope to visit Paterson again soon.

Quotes

  • 'I grew up in Paterson, New Jersey, and I think that was an advantage,' says novelist Junot Diaz.
  • 'I was born in Paterson, New Jersey and raised in Passaic.' - Bernie Worrell
  • 'My mother was born in Paterson, New Jersey, and grew up in Brooklyn. She was raised in an incredibly creative family.' - Elisabeth Shue

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