Synonyms for

Muster

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

Definition

to assemble or gather together

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

assemble gather collect convene

Informal

round up get together pull together

Literary

rally marshal

Antonyms

disperse scatter dissipate dismiss release let go

Common collocations

  • muster support
  • muster courage
  • muster troops
  • muster resources
  • muster strength
  • muster a defense
  • muster a quorum

Word family

noun muster
verb muster

Usage note

Often used in the context of gathering people or resources for a specific purpose. Be careful not to confuse 'muster' with 'master', which has a different meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The farmer had to muster his cows from the pasture.
  2. The teacher will muster the students for the field trip.
  3. The coach will muster the team for practice.
  4. The manager will muster the staff for the meeting.
  5. The commander will muster the soldiers for battle.

Quotes

  • "Muster your courage for the battle ahead."
  • "We must muster all our strength to overcome this challenge."
  • "It's time to muster our resources and get to work."

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