| Main Entry: | capital |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | upper case written symbol |
Synonyms: |
cap, initial, majuscule, small cap, uncial |
| Notes: | the word capitol is from the Roman Capitoline Hill and the similarity between capitol and capital is purely coincidental; capitol applies to the building and capital to the seat of a government |
Antonyms: |
small |