CEFR B2

madam

noun

Meaning

A polite and formal term of address for a woman.

Examples

Excuse me, madam, could you tell me the time?
Good morning, madam. How may I help you today?

Synonyms: ma'am, miss, lady, gentlewoman

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madam (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmædəm/

Definition

A polite and formal term of address for a woman.

Examples

Excuse me, madam, could you tell me the time?
Good morning, madam. How may I help you today?
The flight attendant politely asked, 'Is everything to your satisfaction, madam?'

Synonyms of madam

Words with a similar meaning to madam:

ma'am
miss
lady
gentlewoman

Antonyms of madam

Words with the opposite meaning to madam:

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