The word "shem" has various synonyms that can be used interchangeably depending on the context in which it is being used. Some of these synonyms include name, title, designation, label, appellation, and sobriquet. Name refers to the word or words by which someone or something is known, while title is an official or professional designation. The term delineation denotes a descriptive phrase or word used to refer to a person or thing, and a label is a word or phrase used to describe or categorize something. Appellation refers to a formal name or title, and a sobriquet is a nickname or familiar name used affectionately or derisively.