AMONG Synonyms: 10 Similar and Opposite Words

among

preposition

ə-ˈməŋ

variants also amongst

as in amidst

in or into the middle of a gull landed among the burgers-and-fries eaters at the outdoor snack bar, clearly looking for handouts

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

from
out of

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of among Richemont did not comment on the reason for his departure, but it is understood his role became more about fragrance distribution and coordination among the houses than management of a division. —

Samantha Conti, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025 But now, the Dodgers have added Sasaki and, among others, former star Padres pitchers Blake Snell and Tanner Scott. —

Dennis Lin, The Athletic, 2 Feb. 2025 Several of the categories being announced during the premiere ceremony include best rap song, best rock album, best R&B performance, best country song, best jazz vocal album, best comedy album and best música urbana album, among many others. —

Hilary Lewis, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Feb. 2025 Cowboy Carter, of course, is in the running for album of the year, while Beyoncé has also been nominated for record of the year, song of the year, and best country album, among others. —

Glamour, 2 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for among

Recent Examples of Synonyms for among

Preposition

Trump’s audacious proposal appears certain to roil the next stage of talks meant to extend the tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and secure the release of the remaining hostages held in Gaza.

— Zeke Miller, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025
The film was a co-production between SSS Entertainment, Mandalay Pictures and Yale Productions, in association with American Picture House Corporation.

— Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Feb. 2025