What is another word for Genevan?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnɪvˌan] (IPA)

Genevan refers to a person or thing that is from or related to the city of Geneva in Switzerland. Some synonyms for the term Genevan include Genevese, Genevanese, and Genevensis. Other words that can be used to describe something or someone from Geneva include Swiss, Helvetian, and Lemanic. These terms are often used interchangeably with Genevan to describe the unique culture and history of the city. Geneva is known for its beautiful scenery, international organizations, and rich culture. The use of these synonyms allows for greater variety in language and helps to better describe the people and things associated with the city of Geneva.

What are the hypernyms for Genevan?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Genevan

In the evening there followed further religious exercises in the dark dining-room, at the close of which Dr. Carrington read one of Mr. Calvin's Genevan discourses, from his tall chair at the head of the table.
"By What Authority?"
Robert Hugh Benson
"They hold strongly by the Genevan theology there," he said smiling, "but I think that will do her no harm as a balance to the Popery at Maxwell Hall."
"By What Authority?"
Robert Hugh Benson
The last twenty years of his life was passed at Ferney near the Genevan territory, which through his exertions became a thriving village.
"A Biographical Dictionary of Freethinkers of All Ages and Nations"
Joseph Mazzini Wheeler

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