Synonyms for

Gather

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

Definition

to come together, collect, or assemble

Synonyms & similar words

cumulate gettogether pulltogether pileup garner assemble forgather conglomerate pucker spread collect foregather meet gain amass tuck accumulate gathering collect accumulate amass compile congregate corral garner group harvest hoard muster pick store unite assemble convene meet cluster

Synonyms by register

Formal

collect assemble amass convene

Informal

get together round up pick up

Literary

glean muster congregate

Antonyms

disperse scatter separate disband dissipate divide

Common collocations

  • gather data
  • gather information
  • gather evidence
  • gather support
  • gather momentum
  • gather flowers
  • gather at
  • gather around

Word family

noun gathering
verb gather
adjective gatherable

Usage note

While 'gather' can be used for physical objects, it's also commonly used for abstract concepts like data, support, or evidence. Be mindful of context when choosing synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Let's gather all the toys and put them away.
  2. We will gather at the park to have a picnic.
  3. The birds gather in the trees to sleep at night.
  4. We need to gather more information before making a decision.
  5. The teacher will gather the students for a class photo.

Quotes

  • Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success. - Henry Ford
  • A single arrow is easily broken, but not ten in a bundle. - Japanese Proverb
  • Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. - Helen Keller

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