ballpark
2 synonyms for ballpark, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A stadium where baseball is played.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
approximate range
How to use ballpark
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ballpark figure
in the ballpark
ballpark estimate
Etymology
Originally just the stadium where baseball is played; the "rough estimate" sense grew from the phrase "ballpark figure" in the mid-20th century.
Full origin of ballpark →Frequently asked questions
What does “ballpark” mean?
The word “ballpark” means a stadium where baseball is played. In plain terms, either a baseball stadium, or a rough, approximate range or guess.
How do you pronounce “ballpark”?
“Ballpark” is pronounced BAWL-pahrk (/ˈbɔl(ˌ)pɑɹk/ in IPA).
How do you use “ballpark” in a sentence?
Here is “ballpark” used in a sentence: “We grabbed hot dogs before heading into the ballpark.”
What part of speech is “ballpark”?
Depending on how it is used, “ballpark” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “ballpark” come from?
The word “ballpark” dates back to around 1900. Originally just the stadium where baseball is played; the "rough estimate" sense grew from the phrase "ballpark figure" in the mid-20th century.
Is “ballpark” a common word?
“Ballpark” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “ballpark” have?
“Ballpark” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a stadium where baseball is played.
