Synonyms for

Amos

Verb / ˈeɪmʌs / Another word for amos — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Amos is a name that means 'carried by God' or 'burden-bearer'.

Synonyms & similar words

amos bookofamos burden-bearer prophet messenger bearer carrier deliverer envoy herald agent representative apostle disciple follower minister missionary preacher priest pastor clergyman

Synonyms by register

Formal

beloved esteemed revered

Informal

fave darling sweetheart

Literary

dearest idolized

Antonyms

loved cherished favored preferred dear

Common collocations

  • most amos
  • Amos and Andy
  • Amos Moses
  • Amos Tutuola
  • Amos Alonzo Stagg
  • Amos Rex
  • Amos Lee

Word family

noun Amos

Usage note

Amos is primarily a proper noun, most famously a biblical prophet and a given name. It is not commonly used as a general adjective or verb in modern English.

Example sentences

  1. Amos is my friend's name.
  2. The prophet Amos spoke out against injustice.
  3. We learned about the prophet Amos in Sunday school.
  4. Amos was a messenger of God.
  5. The name Amos means 'burden-bearer'.

Quotes

  • 'Carried by God' is the meaning of the name Amos, and God always carries his own.' - Max Lucado
  • 'Amos' means 'burden-bearer'. God didn't call Amos to be a prophet because he was the best or the brightest, but because he was willing to carry the burden.' - Tony Evans
  • 'Amos was called to be a prophet not because he was trained in the academy, but because he was a shepherd.' - John Hagee

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