Synonyms for

Groups

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

Definition

Groups means a number of people or things that are together or considered as a unit.

Synonyms & similar words

grouping aggroup mathematicalgroup radical group chemicalgroup bunch cluster crew gang pack party team troop assembly association club company organization society syndicate unit band batch body coterie

Synonyms by register

Formal

collections assemblages aggregations categories

Informal

gangs cliques crowds huddles

Literary

conclaves gatherings throngs

Antonyms

individuals solos singles separates units discreets

Common collocations

  • small groups
  • large groups
  • social groups
  • study groups
  • groups of people
  • groups of animals
  • manage groups
  • form groups

Word family

noun group
verb group
adjective grouped

Usage note

While 'groups' can refer to any collection of items, it often implies a social or organizational context. Be mindful of the connotations when choosing synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. There were three groups of animals in the zoo.
  2. Our math teacher divided us into groups of four for the project.
  3. The cheerleaders are a group of girls who support the football team.
  4. The audience was divided into smaller groups for the workshop.

Quotes

  • Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. - Helen Keller
  • Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success. - Henry Ford
  • The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team. - Phil Jackson

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