Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

apelidar

verb
/a.pe.li.’dar/
Definition
The act of giving someone or something a nickname.
Examples
  • Ela costuma apelidar seus amigos com nomes engraçados.
  • Ele decidiu apelidar o novo cachorro de ‘Bobby’.
  • Os alunos costumam apelidar seus professores.
Meaning
To assign a name or title to someone that is often different from their original name, typically in a casual or informal context.
Synonyms
  • nomear
  • designar
  • chamar