Synonyms for

Band

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

Definition

a group of musicians who perform together, typically playing popular or traditional music

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

group association organization collective

Informal

crew gang posse bunch

Literary

fraternity company host

Antonyms

individual solitary separate disperse scatter

Common collocations

  • rock band
  • jazz band
  • brass band
  • band together
  • band of brothers
  • on the band wagon
  • band practice

Word family

noun band
verb band
adjective banded

Usage note

The word 'band' can refer to a musical group or a group of people with a common interest or purpose. It can also refer to a strip or a range.

Example sentences

  1. The band played a beautiful song at the wedding ceremony.
  2. My favorite band is going on tour next month.
  3. I'm learning to play an instrument so I can join a band.
  4. We marched in the parade with the school band.
  5. The band members wore matching outfits for their performance.

Quotes

  • “A band is a good way to keep five people from getting lonely.” - Barry Gibb
  • “A band ought to have a sound all of its own. It ought to have a personality.” - Glenn Miller
  • “A band is not a marriage. There are no oaths of allegiance.” - Geddy Lee

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