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Sobriquet: meaning, definitions and examples

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sobriquet

 

[ หˆsoสŠbrษชkeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

title nickname

A sobriquet is a nickname or an affectionate or humorous name given to a person. It often reflects some characteristic of the individual or serves as a term of endearment. Sobriquets can also be used to convey a certain identity or persona, especially in artistic or social contexts.

Synonyms

alias, moniker, nickname, pseudonym

Examples of usage

  • He was known by the sobriquet 'The Wizard' for his incredible skills.
  • Many writers adopt a sobriquet to create a separate literary persona.
  • The sobriquet 'The King of Rock and Roll' was famously used for Elvis Presley.

Translations

Translations of the word "sobriquet" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น apelido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคชเคพเคงเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Spitzname

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ julukan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัะตะฒะดะพะฝั–ะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przydomek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ใ ๅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท surnom

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ apodo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lakap

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณ„๋ช…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู†ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pล™ezdรญvka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ priezvisko

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ปฐๅท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prizimek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gรฆlunafn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐา›ะฐะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lษ™qab

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ apodo

Etymology

The word 'sobriquet' originates from the French language, specifically from 'soubriquet,' which is a diminutive form of 'soubri,' meaning 'a nickname.' It can be traced back to the 17th century. The use of sobriquets became common in literature and social conversations, reflecting a creative way to address individuals without using their formal names. Over time, sobriquets have been associated not only with personal names but also with public figures, celebrities, and fictional characters, often highlighting a specific trait or accomplishment that makes the sobriquet memorable. This linguistic form has added a playful and personal touch to language, becoming a popular means of expression in various cultures.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,940, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.