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Tennessee

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

Definition

Tennessee is a state located in the southeastern United States, bordered by Kentucky to the north, Virginia to the northeast, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi to the south, Arkansas to the west, and Missouri to the northwest.

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Common collocations

  • Tennessee River
  • East Tennessee
  • Middle Tennessee
  • West Tennessee
  • Tennessee Williams
  • University of Tennessee
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park Tennessee
  • Nashville Tennessee

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Usage note

Tennessee is a proper noun, specifically the name of a U.S. state. As such, it does not have antonyms or synonyms in the traditional sense. Its primary use is as a geographical identifier.

Example sentences

  1. Tennessee is known for its beautiful mountains.
  2. My grandparents live in Tennessee.
  3. I want to visit Nashville, Tennessee one day.
  4. Tennessee is famous for its country music.
  5. The Tennessee Titans are a football team in Nashville.

Quotes

  • "I love Tennessee, and I think Memphis is one of the coolest cities in the world." - Justin Timberlake
  • "In Tennessee, we value hard work, faith, family, and freedom." - Marsha Blackburn
  • "I'm from the South, so I love a good road trip. My favorite is a trip from Nashville, Tennessee to Asheville, North Carolina." - Kimberly Schlapman

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