Synonyms for
Persons
Definition
Persons means human beings, whether male or female or children, considered collectively.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- several persons
- certain persons
- all persons
- these persons
- other persons
- few persons
- many persons
Word family
noun person
Usage note
While 'persons' is the plural of 'person', 'people' is far more common in general usage. 'Persons' is often used in formal contexts, especially in legal or official documents, or when referring to a specific number of individuals.
Example sentences
- There were many persons waiting in line for the concert tickets.
- The persons in the room were all excited to hear the news.
- The persons at the meeting discussed the new proposal.
- The persons on the bus were all wearing masks.
- Some persons prefer tea over coffee.
Quotes
All persons ought to endeavor to follow what is right, and not what is established.
The only way to deal with fear is to face it head on, persons that are successful in life have learnt to harness their fear and use it to propel themselves towards their goals.
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. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.