We now live in a multicultural world.
Source: tatoeba (2335005)
Multicultural
/ˌmʌltiˈkʌlt͡ʃəɹəl/
Synonyms for "multicultural" (43 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (9)
Adjective(4 words)
Noun(5 words)
cultural diffusioncultural groupcultural heritagecultural integrationcultural mapping framework
Strong matches (13)
Noun(8 words)
cultural systemscultural trainingcultural transplantcultural varietyculturally inclusiveculturally integratedculture communitiesculture responsive
Adjective(5 words)
Related words (21)
Adjective(15 words)
diverse communitydiverse ecosystemsdiverse lifecyclesdiversity in educationethnic community centerethnic community programsethnic diversityinclusive educationinclusive frameworkintercultural educationmixed communitypan cultural festivalpluralistictransculturalworld languages
Noun(5 words)
Adjective(1 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: cross-cultural, cultural contribution, cultural diffusion, cultural diversity, cultural group.
- Sentence evidence is available for multicultural, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from opengloss, derived_reverse.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "multicultural".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "multicultural"
Keep "multicultural" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "multicultural" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "multicultural", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "multicultural" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
2 entriesculturaleducational approach
More specific
4 entriesCollocations
5 entriesmulticultural classroommulticultural curriculummulticultural educationmulticultural perspectivesmulticultural resources
Inflections
2 entriesmore multiculturalmost multicultural
Derivations
3 entriesSample sentences
14 total sentences available.
The biggest problem with immigration is its multicultural character. The trouble is not that workers migrate when necessary, but the insurmountable cultural gap that separates them from the host societies. Without going any further, Muslim immigration in Europe is a good example.
Source: tatoeba (3112125)
Having been raised in multilingual and multicultural environments, languages are definitely her thing.
Source: tatoeba (5975999)
We have a very multicultural mosque.
Source: tatoeba (8411711)
Showing 4 of 14 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "multicultural"?
Closest matches include cross-cultural, cultural contribution, cultural diffusion, cultural diversity, cultural group.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "multicultural"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.