database
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for database, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An organised collection of data stored and accessed electronically.
Synonyms
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.
data bank
data store
data warehouse
data set
DB
database management system
Antonyms
How to use database
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
store in a database
database query
update the database
Etymology
A straightforward compound of data and base, coined in computing to describe a structured "base" of data.
Full origin of database →Frequently asked questions
What does “database” mean?
The word “database” means an organised collection of data stored and accessed electronically. In plain terms, a structured collection of information stored on a computer so it can be searched, updated, and retrieved efficiently.
How do you pronounce “database”?
“Database” is pronounced DAY-tuh-bays (/ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “database” in a sentence?
Here is “database” used in a sentence: “The company keeps all customer records in a central database.”
What is another word for “database”?
Words with a similar meaning to “database” include DB and database management system.
What is the opposite of “database”?
The opposite of “database” — its antonyms — is nondatabase.
What part of speech is “database”?
“Database” is a noun.
Is “database” a common word?
“Database” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between a database and a spreadsheet?
A database is an organised collection of data stored and accessed electronically, usually built to handle large amounts of structured, interrelated information reliably. A spreadsheet is a simpler grid-based tool better suited to smaller calculations and one-off analysis rather than large shared data systems.
What is the difference between a database and a data warehouse?
A database typically stores current, operational data that applications read from and write to in real time. A data warehouse gathers large volumes of historical data from several sources, mainly to support reporting and analysis rather than day-to-day transactions.
Is 'database' written as one word or two words?
In modern usage, 'database' is written as a single word. The older spellings 'data base' and 'data-base' are now rare and generally considered outdated.
What is a relational database?
A relational database organises data into tables of rows and columns that can be linked together through shared values. This structure is one of the most common ways to store and query an organised collection of data electronically.
