lieu Synonyms
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
lieu Meaning
lieu (n)
the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another
lieu (n.)
Place; room; stead; -- used only in the phrase in lieu of, that is, instead of.
lieu Sentence Examples
- In lieu of a traditional wedding, the couple opted for an intimate ceremony at a quaint bed and breakfast.
- The meeting was held in lieu of the postponed conference, providing an opportunity for attendees to discuss pressing issues.
- The school closed in lieu of a snowstorm, giving students and staff an unexpected day off.
- The company issued a travel ban in lieu of a potential pandemic, prioritizing the safety of its employees.
- In lieu of a grand celebration, the family decided to have a small gathering to commemorate their 50th wedding anniversary.
- The hotel offered a complimentary upgrade in lieu of a temporary shortage of standard rooms.
- The defendant was sentenced to community service in lieu of a prison sentence.
- The company accepted a smaller contract in lieu of a larger one that was beyond their capacity.
- The municipality granted a variance in lieu of a zoning restriction to accommodate a unique architectural design.
- We extended our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors in lieu of a formal reception.
FAQs About the word lieu
the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by anotherPlace; room; stead; -- used only in the phrase in lieu of, that is, instead of.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
In lieu of a traditional wedding, the couple opted for an intimate ceremony at a quaint bed and breakfast.
The meeting was held in lieu of the postponed conference, providing an opportunity for attendees to discuss pressing issues.
The school closed in lieu of a snowstorm, giving students and staff an unexpected day off.
The company issued a travel ban in lieu of a potential pandemic, prioritizing the safety of its employees.
