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Romeo

Verb / ˈrəʊmi:ˌəʊ / Another word for romeo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Romeo is a male given name, and it also refers to the male protagonist in William Shakespeare's play 'Romeo and Juliet'.

Synonyms & similar words

romeo lover suitor beau sweetheart darling paramour beloved boyfriend swain wooer fiancé husband-to-be intended spouse-to-be betrothed fiancée wife-to-be girlfriend

Synonyms by register

Informal

lover boy sweetheart beau darling

Literary

paramour lover suitor

Antonyms

villain enemy foe rival antagonist scoundrel cad

Common collocations

  • star-crossed romeo
  • romeo and juliet
  • a modern romeo
  • romeo's balcony
  • romeo's love
  • romeo's plea

Word family

noun romeo

Usage note

Refers to a passionate lover, often in a dramatic or idealized sense, derived from Shakespeare's character. It can sometimes carry a slightly dated or overly romantic connotation.

Example sentences

  1. Romeo loves Juliet very much.
  2. Juliet is waiting for Romeo to arrive.
  3. Romeo and Juliet are star-crossed lovers.
  4. The balcony scene in Romeo and Juliet is very famous.
  5. Romeo is a tragic hero in the play.

Quotes

  • 'What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.' - Romeo and Juliet
  • 'Good night, good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow, that I shall say good night till it be morrow.' - Romeo and Juliet
  • 'O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?' - Romeo and Juliet

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