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among Synonyms

Another word for among

Choosing another word for among depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• preposition (Context 1)

Situated in the middle of or surrounded by other things or people.

Usage Example

"The small wooden cabin was hidden amongst the tall pine trees."

Strongest
amongst
amid
amidst
Strong
in the midst of
in the middle of
between

• preposition (Context 2)

Being a member or part of a larger group, class, or category.

Usage Example

"She was counted amongst the most influential scientists of her generation."

Strongest
amongst
Strong
one of
in
Weak
within

• preposition (Context 3)

Occurring in, shared by, or experienced throughout a group or community.

Usage Example

"The new policy sparked a lively debate amongst the faculty members."

Strongest
amongst
Strong
between
within
throughout

• preposition (Context 4)

Indicating division, distribution, or choice involving three or more recipients or options.

Usage Example

"The estate was divided equally amongst the four siblings."

Strongest
amongst
between

Opposites of among

The opposite of among shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

outside
away from
See all opposites of among

• Nearby Words

amnio
amoeba
amok
among
amoral
amorally
amorous

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Among. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/among
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