calligraphy

The word “calligraphy” has 4 syllables: cal-lig-ra-phy

It's pronounced as /ˈkælɪɡrəfi/


What is synonym and antonym for calligraphy?

In the thesaurus, “calligraphy” has 35 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for calligraphy along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for calligraphy

  • autograph
  • autography
  • characters
  • chicken scratch
  • chirography
  • cuneiform
  • ductus
  • fist
  • griffonage
  • hand
  • handwriting
  • hieroglyphics
  • lettering
  • letters
  • longhand
  • manuscript
  • manuscription
  • mark
  • pencraft
  • penmanship
  • penscript
  • phonography
  • print
  • scratching
  • scrawl
  • scribble
  • script
  • scription
  • scrivenery
  • scrivening
  • shorthand
  • steno
  • stenography
  • style
  • writing

Antonyms for calligraphy

  • print
  • type
  • typewriting

Meanings of calligraphy

  • noun
    1. The art or practice of writing letters and words in a decorative style; the letters and words so written.
    2. Any such style of decorative writing.
    3. A document written in decorative style.

Example Sentences

  • Learning calligraphy can be a meditative practice, focusing the mind on each stroke of the pen.
  • The wedding invitations were adorned with elegant calligraphy, adding a touch of sophistication to the event.
  • She admired the intricate calligraphy in the ancient manuscript, marveling at the skill of the scribe.
  • The artist's unique style of calligraphy blended traditional techniques with contemporary flair.
  • Many cultures have their own distinct forms of calligraphy, reflecting their artistic traditions and values.

On this page you'll find 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calligraphy, such as: autograph, autography, characters, chicken scratch, chirography, cuneiform, ductus.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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handwriting

  • John Hancock
  • John Henry
  • autograph
  • autography
  • backhand
  • cacography
  • calligraphy
  • chicken scratch
  • chirography
  • copperplate
  • cursive
  • ductus
  • griffonage
  • hand
  • hen scratch
  • hen track
  • hieroglyphics
  • lettering
  • longhand
  • manuscript
  • manuscription
  • mark
  • pencraft
  • penmanship
  • penscript
  • phonography
  • print
  • running hand
  • scratch
  • scratching
  • scrawl
  • scribble
  • script
  • scription
  • scrivenery
  • scrivening
  • shorthand
  • signature
  • steno
  • stenography
  • style
  • writing

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