nativity
3 synonyms for nativity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The birth of Jesus Christ, or a scene or display representing it.
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.
How to use nativity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
nativity scene
nativity play
the nativity of Christ
Etymology
From Latin nātīvitās, "birth," from nātus, "born" — the same root as "native" and "natal."
Full origin of nativity →Frequently asked questions
What does “nativity” mean?
The word “nativity” means the birth of Jesus Christ, or a scene or display representing it. In plain terms, most often refers to the birth of Jesus and the scenes/plays depicting it, though it can also just mean "a birth" more generally.
How do you pronounce “nativity”?
“Nativity” is pronounced nuh-TIHV-ih-tee (/nəˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “nativity” in a sentence?
Here is “nativity” used in a sentence: “The children performed a nativity play at the school Christmas concert.”
What part of speech is “nativity”?
“Nativity” is a noun.
Where does the word “nativity” come from?
The word “nativity” comes from Latin. From Latin nātīvitās, "birth," from nātus, "born" — the same root as "native" and "natal.".
Is “nativity” a common word?
“Nativity” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “nativity” have?
“Nativity” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the birth of Jesus Christ, or a scene or display representing it.
