Synonyms for

Titles

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

Definition

Titles are names given to a book, movie, song, or other creative work.

Synonyms & similar words

formofaddress claim deed statutetitle entitle rubric championship deedofconveyance style title titleofrespect names labels designations headings captions subjects topics themes terms appellations denominations nicknames monikers handles signatures trademarks copyrights patents

Synonyms by register

Formal

appellations designations nomenclature titleship

Informal

names labels handles nicknames

Literary

epithets cognomens

Antonyms

names labels appellations designations monikers sobriquets

Common collocations

  • book titles
  • movie titles
  • article titles
  • chapter titles
  • job titles
  • company titles
  • legal titles
  • property titles

Word family

noun title
verb title
adjective titled
adverb titularly

Usage note

The word 'titles' can refer to names given to books, films, or people, or to legal rights of ownership. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The titles of the movies were displayed on the marquee.
  2. The titles of the songs on the album were listed on the back cover.
  3. The titles of the chapters in the book were numbered.
  4. The titles of the paintings in the exhibit were written on the wall labels.
  5. The titles of the articles in the magazine were listed in the table of contents.

Quotes

  • The title is the foundation of the book, and the title has to be good. - David Baldacci
  • I always start with the title first. That's the first thing that I think about when I'm writing a story. - Suzanne Collins
  • I try to find a title for every book I write early on in the process. - Nicholas Sparks

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