Synonyms for

Springfield

Verb / ˈsprɪˌŋfi:ld / Another word for springfield — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Springfield is a common place name in the United States. It is the name of many cities, towns, and villages.

Synonyms & similar words

springfield capitalofillinois city town village metropolis municipality settlement borough hamlet locale place township capital downtown CBD

Common collocations

  • Springfield, Illinois
  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Springfield, Missouri
  • Springfield, Ohio
  • Springfield, Oregon
  • Springfield Armory
  • Springfield College
  • Springfield Nuclear Power Plant

Word family

noun Springfield

Usage note

Springfield is primarily a proper noun, referring to a common place name in the United States. It does not have direct antonyms or synonyms in the typical sense. Its usage is almost exclusively as a geographical identifier.

Example sentences

  1. Springfield is the capital of Illinois.
  2. I grew up in Springfield, Missouri.
  3. The Simpsons live in Springfield.
  4. There are many Springfields in the United States.
  5. The town of Springfield has a population of 10,000.

Quotes

  • "Springfield is a fictional town in which American state?" - Jeremy Paxman
  • "I miss everything about Chicago, except January and February, and parts of March. - Gary Cole (born in Springfield, Illinois)

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