emporium
1 synonym for emporium, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large shop selling a wide range of goods, or a major center of trade and commerce.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
department store
Etymology
From Latin emporium, "trading center," from Greek emporion, from emporos, "merchant" or "traveller."
Full origin of emporium →Frequently asked questions
What does “emporium” mean?
The word “emporium” means a large shop selling a wide range of goods, or a major center of trade and commerce. In plain terms, a large shop or trading hub that sells a big variety of goods.
How do you pronounce “emporium”?
“Emporium” is pronounced ehm-PAWR-ee-uhm (/ɛmˈpoɹ.i.əm/ in IPA).
How do you use “emporium” in a sentence?
Here is “emporium” used in a sentence: “The old emporium downtown sells everything from antiques to hardware.”
What part of speech is “emporium”?
“Emporium” is a noun.
Where does the word “emporium” come from?
The word “emporium” comes from Latin. From Latin emporium, "trading center," from Greek emporion, from emporos, "merchant" or "traveller.".
