Synonyms for

Beside

Verb / bɪˈsaɪd / / ˌbi:ˈsaɪd / Another word for beside — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Beside means next to or near something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

by alongside near abutting bordering touching contiguous neighboring approaching beset juxtaposed beyond apart

Synonyms by register

Formal

adjacent contiguous juxtaposed

Informal

next to by alongside

Literary

nigh anon

Antonyms

apart away distant far remote separated

Common collocations

  • beside the point
  • beside oneself
  • sit beside
  • stand beside
  • lie beside
  • walk beside
  • right beside

Word family

adverb besides

Usage note

When used as a preposition, 'beside' means 'next to'. 'Besides' as an adverb means 'in addition' or 'moreover'. Be careful not to confuse the two.

Example sentences

  1. I sat beside my friend in the classroom.
  2. The lamp was beside the bed.
  3. The park is beside the river.
  4. The store is beside the post office.
  5. The man stood beside the car.

Quotes

  • I am beside myself with joy.
  • Beside every great man is a great woman.
  • Beside every great success are the seeds of enormous dedication, commitment, discipline, and perseverance.

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