Synonyms for

Sacramento

Verb / ˌsækrʌˈmentəʊ / Another word for sacramento — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sacramento is the capital city of the state of California in the United States.

Synonyms & similar words

capitalofcalifornia sacramento Sacto

Synonyms by register

Formal

ordinance rite ceremony observance

Informal

ritual service blessing

Literary

mystery sacred act holy rite

Antonyms

desecration blasphemy profanity sacrilege irreverence unholiness

Common collocations

  • holy sacrament
  • sacrament of baptism
  • sacrament of communion
  • sacrament of marriage
  • receive the sacrament
  • administer the sacrament
  • sacrament of reconciliation

Word family

noun sacrament
adjective sacramental

Usage note

Primarily used in a religious context to refer to a sacred rite or ceremony. Avoid using it for non-religious events.

Example sentences

  1. Sacramento is the capital of California.
  2. I visited Sacramento over the weekend.
  3. The Sacramento Kings are a basketball team.
  4. The Sacramento River flows through the city.
  5. Sacramento is known for its farm-to-fork cuisine.

Quotes

  • "I'm from Sacramento where we like to do weird stuff." - Greta Gerwig
  • "Sacramento is a place of opportunity." - Kevin Johnson
  • "Sacramento has always been a place of innovation." - Darrell Steinberg

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