cubicle
6 synonyms for cubicle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small partitioned-off space within a larger room, especially a workspace.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use cubicle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
office cubicle
changing cubicle
toilet cubicle
Etymology
From Latin cubiculum, meaning "bedroom," borrowed via Late Middle English.
Full origin of cubicle →Frequently asked questions
What does “cubicle” mean?
The word “cubicle” means a small partitioned-off space within a larger room, especially a workspace. In plain terms, a small, partly enclosed space used for work, changing, or privacy.
How do you pronounce “cubicle”?
“Cubicle” is pronounced KYOO-bih-kuhl (/ˈkjubɪkəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “cubicle” in a sentence?
Here is “cubicle” used in a sentence: “Her cubicle was decorated with photos of her kids.”
What part of speech is “cubicle”?
“Cubicle” is a noun.
Where does the word “cubicle” come from?
The word “cubicle” comes from Latin. From Latin cubiculum, meaning "bedroom," borrowed via Late Middle English.
How many meanings does “cubicle” have?
“Cubicle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small partitioned-off space within a larger room, especially a workspace.
