Gotham
noun
A nickname for the city of New York.
The nickname Gotham was used by Batman writers to represent a dark, brooding city.
Often appears as...
- gotham city
- gothamites
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Informal
noun
A village in Nottinghamshire, England, associated with folk tales and jests.
The villagers of Gotham were known in folklore for their feigned madness.
Often appears as...
- gotham village
- gotham folklore
Usage tips
Literary
noun
A nickname for the city of New York.
The nickname Gotham was used by Batman writers to represent a dark, brooding city.
Often appears as...
- gotham city
- gothamites
Usage tips
Informal
noun
A village in Nottinghamshire, England, associated with folk tales and jests.
The villagers of Gotham were known in folklore for their feigned madness.
Often appears as...
- gotham village
- gotham folklore
Usage tips
Literary
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Icon
Refers to New York as a cultural and creative hub, similar to how Batman's city is depicted in comics.
The film portrayed New York as Gotham, highlighting its vibrant street art scene.
Pro Tip 2/3Fictitious Allusion
Understand that Gotham represents a place of intrigue and mystery, much like the fictional city in Batman.
I love how this book captures the Gotham-esque aura of the city at night.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
Though Gotham implies darkness, it's also used with pride by New Yorkers.
He's a true Gothamite, unfazed by the city's chaotic charm.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Icon
Refers to New York as a cultural and creative hub, similar to how Batman's city is depicted in comics.
The film portrayed New York as Gotham, highlighting its vibrant street art scene.
Pro Tip 2/3Fictitious Allusion
Understand that Gotham represents a place of intrigue and mystery, much like the fictional city in Batman.
I love how this book captures the Gotham-esque aura of the city at night.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
Though Gotham implies darkness, it's also used with pride by New Yorkers.
He's a true Gothamite, unfazed by the city's chaotic charm.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Icon
Refers to New York as a cultural and creative hub, similar to how Batman's city is depicted in comics.
The film portrayed New York as Gotham, highlighting its vibrant street art scene.
Pro Tip 2/3Fictitious Allusion
Understand that Gotham represents a place of intrigue and mystery, much like the fictional city in Batman.
I love how this book captures the Gotham-esque aura of the city at night.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
Though Gotham implies darkness, it's also used with pride by New Yorkers.
He's a true Gothamite, unfazed by the city's chaotic charm.
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Quote examples
Cindy Margolis
American Model
Gotham Games called me, and I could not be more thrilled. I've been waiting to be in a video game forever, so when they called there was no hesitation.
Quote examples
Cindy Margolis
American Model
Gotham Games called me, and I could not be more thrilled. I've been waiting to be in a video game forever, so when they called there was no hesitation.
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