Meaning of the word amongst in English

What does amongst mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

amongst

US /əˈmʌŋst/

UK /əˈmʌŋst/

being in the middle of a group of people or things

Example:

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He was standing amongst the crowd.

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The old house was hidden amongst the trees.

Synonym:

among amidst amid

included in a group of people or things

Example:

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She was the only girl amongst the boys.

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This issue is common amongst teenagers.

Synonym:

among included in

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