Yuletide
5 synonyms for Yuletide, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The Christmas season; the period of celebration around Christmas.
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 Yuletide
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
yuletide greetings
yuletide cheer
this yuletide
Etymology
From Old English roots meaning "Christmas season" — literally Yule + "tide," an old word for "time" or "season."
Full origin of Yuletide →Frequently asked questions
What does “Yuletide” mean?
The word “Yuletide” means the Christmas season; the period of celebration around Christmas. In plain terms, a slightly old-fashioned, festive word for the Christmas season.
How do you pronounce “Yuletide”?
“Yuletide” is pronounced YOOL-tyd (/ˈjulˌtaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Yuletide” in a sentence?
Here is “Yuletide” used in a sentence: “Shops fill with decorations every yuletide.”
What part of speech is “Yuletide”?
“Yuletide” is a noun.
Where does the word “Yuletide” come from?
The word “Yuletide” comes from Old English. From Old English roots meaning "Christmas season" — literally Yule + "tide," an old word for "time" or "season.".
How many meanings does “Yuletide” have?
“Yuletide” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the Christmas season; the period of celebration around Christmas.
