Synonyms for

Regional

Verb / ˈri:dʒʌnʌl / Another word for regional — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a particular region or district.

Synonyms & similar words

local provincial territorial geographic sectional district county state national domestic inland internal in-house intramural in-company in-house home-grown home-based home-grown home-made

Synonyms by register

Formal

local provincial territorial district

Informal

local area neighborhood

Literary

terrestrial provincial

Antonyms

national international global worldwide universal continental hemispheric

Common collocations

  • regional dialect
  • regional cuisine
  • regional economy
  • regional differences
  • regional variations
  • regional planning
  • regional government
  • regional development

Word family

noun region
adverb regionally

Usage note

Refers to a specific area or territory, often distinct from national or international scopes. It can imply a limited or localized perspective.

Example sentences

  1. The regional dialect is hard for outsiders to understand.
  2. The company is expanding its regional offices.
  3. The regional government has increased funding for education.
  4. The regional airline offers flights to smaller cities.
  5. The regional championship game is next week.

Quotes

  • 'Every region has its own intellectual idiosyncrasies.' - George Santayana
  • 'Regional differences make England a tapestry of rich cultures.' - Julian Fellowes
  • 'The regional atmosphere is different than the national atmosphere.' - Jairam Ramesh

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