Synonyms for

Behold

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

Definition

to see or observe (something or someone) especially in a remarkable or impressive way

Synonyms & similar words

layeyeson look see observe gaze stare peer gawk glance spot perceive discern notice contemplate inspect survey view watch eyeball ogle scan

Synonyms by register

Formal

observe perceive witness discern

Informal

check out take a look at see look at

Literary

espied gazed upon beheld

Antonyms

ignore overlook disregard miss neglect unsee

Common collocations

  • behold the glory
  • behold the beauty
  • behold the wonder
  • behold the sight
  • behold the majesty
  • behold the power
  • behold the man

Word family

noun beholder
verb behold

Usage note

Behold is an archaic or literary word, often used to draw attention to something impressive or remarkable. It is rarely used in modern, everyday conversation.

Example sentences

  1. Behold the magnificence of nature.
  2. I beheld a great wonder.
  3. He beheld the beauty of the painting.
  4. Let us behold the glory of the new day.
  5. The audience beheld the spectacle in awe.

Quotes

  • Behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. - Jesus Christ
  • Behold the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out. - James B. Conant
  • Behold the fool saith, 'Put not all thine eggs in the one basket' - which is but a manner of saying, 'Scatter your money and your attention.' - But the wise man saith, 'Put all your eggs in the one basket and watch that basket.' - Mark Twain

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