1
as in collecting
to bring together in one body or place
amassed a truckload of donations in the course of their canned food drive
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in accumulating
to gradually form into a layer, pile, or mass
over the last month a huge mound of paperwork has amassed on my desk
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of amassing
Antar gained fame on social media in the region for his feats, amassing almost 60,000 followers on Instagram after posting videos of himself climbing some of Yemen's rugged landscapes.
—
Adam England, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
His career included directing 30 music videos and amassing a large TikTok following, recognized for his unique fashion and stage persona.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Although two-thirds of those candidates were complete unknowns, four of Pratt’s rivals ran serious campaigns, amassing endorsements and spending significant amounts of money.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The Girlfriend launched in September 2025, and was a major hit for Prime Video, amassing more than 25 million views and becoming the top new series on the streamer in the UK.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 June 2026
He was fired before the end of the 2012 season after amassing a 15-21 record over three seasons.
—Shannon McCaffrey, AJC.com, 10 June 2026
But despite amassing a customer base, the fervor wasn’t enough to sway her towards baking as a full-time career.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Overachiever bird Urban bowerbirds are prolific collectors, hoarding an average of 90 items per bower — with one overachiever amassing more than 300.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
Adelman coached the Kings from 1998 to 2006, amassing a record of 395-229 over eight seasons.
—Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
Adam England, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
His career included directing 30 music videos and amassing a large TikTok following, recognized for his unique fashion and stage persona.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Although two-thirds of those candidates were complete unknowns, four of Pratt’s rivals ran serious campaigns, amassing endorsements and spending significant amounts of money.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The Girlfriend launched in September 2025, and was a major hit for Prime Video, amassing more than 25 million views and becoming the top new series on the streamer in the UK.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 June 2026
He was fired before the end of the 2012 season after amassing a 15-21 record over three seasons.
—Shannon McCaffrey, AJC.com, 10 June 2026
But despite amassing a customer base, the fervor wasn’t enough to sway her towards baking as a full-time career.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Overachiever bird Urban bowerbirds are prolific collectors, hoarding an average of 90 items per bower — with one overachiever amassing more than 300.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 June 2026
Adelman coached the Kings from 1998 to 2006, amassing a record of 395-229 over eight seasons.
—Sacbee.com, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amassing
Verb
-
Designing your kitchen is a challenging process that can lead to costly mistakes, inefficient layouts, trendy finishes that date quickly, and extra fixtures that end up collecting dust.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
15 June 2026
-
The investigation is 'ongoing' Both the FDA and CDC have classified their investigation as ongoing after collecting leftover formula in the affected states.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
15 June 2026
Verb
-
The hard part for retirees—accumulating the savings—has already been accomplished.—
Wes Moss,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
-
Old and Unused Hairbrushes Got an old hairbrush that's either accumulating dust from not being utilized or one that has been brushed through your hair about a million times?—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
Verb
-
Weather also influences how much local governments will dig into tax revenues to shield us, including building stronger infrastructure to better direct the flow of stormwater, assembling emergency management teams and equipment, and organizing shelters.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
-
Inside the box, everything is clearly labeled, which is important, as assembling the Snapmaker is a bit more involved than other closed-frame consumer models.—
Michael Lydick,
PC Magazine,
10 June 2026
Verb
-
Contingency lane closure, as needed, would see Miami police temporarily close the northbound right lane on Biscayne Boulevard directly in front of the park to improve crowd circulation, and enhance safety conditions near event entrances and gathering areas.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
-
Born in 1980s Hollywood as gathering spaces for new immigrants, these halls evolved into cultural centers.—
Ani Duzdabanyan,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Verb
-
The drum drama went viral this past week, garnering more than 50 million views on Chinese social media site Weibo by Monday, Global Times reported.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
-
Her performance has been garnering critical raves and the kudos are well-deserved.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
13 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Amassing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amassing. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
