Synonyms for

Peabody

Verb / ˈpi:ˌbɑ:di: / Another word for peabody — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a town in Massachusetts, United States; a surname

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • George Peabody
  • Peabody Award
  • Peabody Conservatory
  • Peabody Energy
  • Peabody Essex Museum
  • Peabody Trust
  • Peabody College

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Usage note

Peabody is primarily a proper noun, most famously associated with the Peabody Awards for excellence in television, radio, and new media. It can also refer to historical figures, institutions, and companies.

Example sentences

  1. Peabody is a historic town with many museums.
  2. The Peabody family is very well-known in our town.
  3. I love visiting the Peabody library in town.
  4. Peabody is a great place to raise a family.
  5. Mr. Peabody always has a smile on his face.

Quotes

  • I have always been of the mind that good work is never wasted, especially when undertaken with a sincere desire to help others. As Mr. George Peabody truly believed this, and acted upon his belief, he has left a lasting monument to his memory in the Peabody Education Fund, which has done so much for the cause of education in the Southern States.
  • The Peabody Trust is an important institution in London, because it houses people who would otherwise find it hard to live in London.
  • The Peabody Foundation, established by George Peabody, has done much for the cause of education in the South.

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