Eponymous
Adjective
Definition: Giving one's name to a place, thing, or institution.
Synonyms: Namesake, Titular
Antonyms: Unnamed, Anonymous
Examples:
- The band's eponymous debut album was a huge success.
- The eponymous founder of the company retired after years of leadership.
Mnemonics:
- "Eponymous" sounds like "epanema" - a person's name.
Etymology:
Origin:
The word "eponymous" comes from the Greek word "epōnumos," which means "giving one's name."
Historical Usage:The term has been used in English since the late 19th century to describe something named after a person.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Eponymous hero"
Explanation:Refers to a protagonist or central character in a story whose name is also the title of the work.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "eponymous" with "anonymous."
Explanation:While "eponymous" refers to something named after a person, "anonymous" means without a known or disclosed identity.