Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
madam
noun
/ˈmæd.əm/
Definition
A respectful form of address for a woman.
Examples
- The teacher asked the students to greet her as ‘madam.’
- He approached the lady and said, ‘Excuse me, madam, may I help you?’
Meaning
Used to address a woman politely, often in a formal context.
Synonyms
- ma’am
- lady
- missus
