Synonyms for

Around

Verb / ɜ:ˈaʊnd / / ɜ:ˈaʊn / Another word for around — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a circular direction or position; on all sides of.

Synonyms & similar words

roughly justabout some about round closeto orso moreorless approximately about approximately circling encircling surrounding nearby near throughout roundabout round surround encircle envelop embrace

Synonyms by register

Formal

approximately roughly about

Informal

sort of kind of like ish

Literary

circumbient encircling

Antonyms

straight direct through across past beyond

Common collocations

  • around the corner
  • around the world
  • around town
  • around midnight
  • around the clock
  • around here
  • around that time

Word family

noun aroundness
adverb around

Usage note

As a preposition, 'around' can indicate approximation or location. As an adverb, it often implies movement in a circle or a general vicinity.

Example sentences

  1. She wore her scarf around her neck.
  2. The cat chased its tail around and around.
  3. We walked around the park and saw many birds.
  4. The sun goes around the earth once a year.
  5. He wrapped his arm around her waist.

Quotes

  • I'm just trying to get my life around. - Eminem
  • All around the world, we can make time. - Red Hot Chili Peppers
  • I love going around Los Angeles and finding these little random stores. - Bella Hadid

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