Synonyms for

Within

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

Definition

inside or not further than an area or space

Synonyms & similar words

inside outside inside in indoors interior internal enclosed surrounded amid amidst amidst among amongst

Synonyms by register

Formal

inside internally inwardly

Informal

in inside of

Literary

amidst among

Antonyms

outside without beyond externally outwardly extern

Common collocations

  • within limits
  • within reason
  • within reach
  • within sight
  • within budget
  • within the hour
  • within the law
  • within walking distance

Word family

noun withinness

Usage note

Primarily used as a preposition indicating containment or limitation. Can also function as an adverb, often meaning 'in or into the mind or heart'.

Example sentences

  1. I found the key within the drawer.
  2. The treasure is within the cave.
  3. The cookies are within the jar.
  4. The child is hiding within the treehouse.
  5. The bird is nesting within the branches.

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