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In

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

Definition

In is a preposition that means inside or within something.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

within inside enclosed

Informal

inside indoors

Literary

amidst amongst

Antonyms

out outside external exterior unincluded

Common collocations

  • in time
  • in fact
  • in order
  • in general
  • in addition
  • in particular
  • in advance
  • in love

Word family

noun in
adverb in

Usage note

The word 'in' is a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, it typically denotes location or inclusion. As an adverb, it often means 'at home' or 'in office'.

Example sentences

  1. The cat is in the house.
  2. I am in the car.
  3. The pencil is in the drawer.
  4. The book is in the backpack.
  5. I am sitting in the chair.

Quotes

  • The best way to succeed in life is to act on the advice we give to others. - Anonymous
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs
  • The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke

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