Synonyms for

Robinson

Verb / ˈrɑ:bʌnsʌn / Another word for robinson — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Robinson means 'son of Robin'.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

secluded isolated solitary unaccompanied

Informal

castaway loner hermit outcast

Literary

hermitic deserted forsaken

Antonyms

found discovered rescued saved aided assisted

Common collocations

  • robinson crusoe
  • robinson family
  • robinson island
  • robinson method
  • robinson projection
  • robinson number

Word family

noun Robinson
adjective Robinsonian

Usage note

Primarily used as a proper noun, referring to the character from Daniel Defoe's novel. As a common noun, it's rare and often implies extreme isolation or self-sufficiency.

Example sentences

  1. Mr. Robinson is my neighbor.
  2. Robinson Crusoe is a famous book.
  3. Robinson is a popular last name.
  4. Robinson's house is painted blue.
  5. My friend's last name is Robinson.

Quotes

  • I am not what I am, I am what I do with my hands. - Robinson Jeffers
  • The only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it. - Oscar Wilde as Jack Robinson
  • The best way to escape from a problem is to solve it. - Alan Saporta Robinson

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