Pronunciation

/cɪˈti/

Definitions

• Noun: A large and usually densely populated urban area with infrastructure, government, and economic activities. Example: “New York City is one of the largest cities in the world.”
• Verb: To found or establish a city. Example: “They planned to city a new community in the countryside.”
• Adjective: Characteristic of a city, urban, or having a city lifestyle. Example: “The city life can be fast-paced and exciting.”

Phrases

• “Metropolitan area” refers to a region surrounding a major city.
• “City center” is the central part of a city, typically with commercial and cultural landmarks.
• “Urban sprawl” describes the uncontrolled expansion of a city into surrounding areas.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The city skyline was lit up with colorful lights at night.”
• Verb: “The founding of the city dates back to the 17th century.”
• Adjective: “She loves the city’s vibrant art scene.”

Synonyms

• Town
• Borough
• Municipality
• Urban center
• Megalopolis (large continuous urban area)
• Metropolis

Antonyms

• Rural
• Countryside
• Suburb
• Village
• Hamlet