Definition

Describing something that has many different names or titles.

Example

The polyonymous nature of the plant species made it difficult for researchers to agree on a single name.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you know that the author of that book is polyonymous?

Really? I had no idea they went by so many names.

Yeah, it makes finding their work a bit tricky sometimes.

I can imagine! It must be fun to discover all their different titles.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Polyonymous → It is formed from "poly-" (meaning many) and "onymous" (from Greek "onuma", meaning name). The word "polyonymous" refers to having many names or being known by multiple names.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('poly-') names ('onymous') to remember that 'polyonymous' means having multiple names.

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