title

word

/ˈtaɪtəɫ/
TY-tuhl
/tˈaɪtəl/
TY-tuhl

Definition

A title is the name of a book, movie, song, article, or other work. It can also mean an official rank or form of address, such as "Doctor" or "King".

Usage & Nuances

Most commonly, 'title' means the name of a creative work: 'the title of the book'. It is also used for job or social rank: 'job title', 'royal title'. In sports, 'win the title' means become champion. Don't confuse it with 'name'—'title' is more specific and often more formal.

Example Sentences

The title of the book is very long.

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She changed her job title last year.

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He won the world title in 2022.

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I know the story, but I can't remember the title.

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The movie sounds boring, but the title is great.

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After that win, people started talking about a second title.

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