shibboleth

Noun

Meaning

A word which was made the criterion by which to distinguish the Ephraimites from the Gileadites. The Ephraimites, not being able to pronounce sh, called the word sibboleth. See Judges xii.

Also in an extended sense.

Hence, the criterion, test, or watchword of a party; a party cry or pet phrase.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

slogan motto catchword maxim chestnut word practice test saw axiom bromide open sesame saying phrase custom

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Antonyms

enigma move movement action act issue

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Hypernyms

speech saying expression delivery locution manner of speaking

Hyponyms

cry mantra catchphrase watchword battle cry rallying cry

Close letter words and terms

Shibata shibazuke shibbar shibbolethic Shibden shibe