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/ˈæp.toʊ.nɪm/ · noun
A proper name that aptly describes the occupation or character of the person, especially by coincidence..
The following is a selected list of aptonyms, i.e., people whose names and occupations or situation (e.g., workplace) have a close correspondence
New aptonyms appeared for both Matt and Donna at this juncture — "DoorMatt" and "Donnasaur."
Stocked with characters whose names are representative of their failings (aptonyms, a standard comic technique), The Stepsure Letters is not read today outside the university classroom
Use aptonym when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Aptonym means A proper name that aptly describes the occupation or character of the person, especially by coincidence..
Common synonyms include aptronym, euonym, attributive name, characterizing name.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
The following is a selected list of aptonyms, i.e., people whose names and occupations or situation (e.g., workplace) have a close correspondence
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