metropolis

Meanings

• noun

  A large city, especially as the chief city of a country or region.

  - "New York is the most populous metropolis in the United States."
  - "Tokyo is the largest metropolis in the world."
  - "The metropolis is known for its vibrant culture and diverse population."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

archbishopric , metropole , mother city

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with metropolis
hypocrisy , apology , symphony , politics

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Variants

List of all variants of metropolis that leads to same result
metropolis , metropolises

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Etymology

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From the Greek metropolis, 'mother of cities'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the word 'metropolis' was in ancient Greece around 400 BC.

2. The largest metropolis in the world by population is Tokyo, Japan.

3. The term 'metropolis' is often used interchangeably with the term 'city', but technically a metropolis is the chief city of a region or country.

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Related Concepts

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1. Urbanization: The process of transforming rural land and areas into densely populated urban areas, characterized by industry, infrastructure, and services.

2. Megalopolis: A large, contiguous urban area, typically consisting of several cities and their surrounding suburbs.

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Culture

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Metropolises are often centers of political, economic, and cultural influence. They are typically characterized by high population density, diversity, and a wide range of cultural and entertainment offerings.

How to Memorize "metropolis"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a bustling city with tall buildings, busy streets, and diverse populations.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a large, vibrant city.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Greek origin of the word, 'mother of cities'.

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