among Definition
- 1surrounded by or in the company of others
- 2belonging to a group or category
- 3occurring or being included within a larger group or entity
Using among: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "among" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She felt among friends at the party.
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The book is among the best of the year.
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He was among the first to arrive.
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The painting is among the museum's most prized possessions.
among Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with among
used to indicate that there are several more things that could be mentioned in addition to what has been stated
Example
She is an accomplished musician, among other things.
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The teacher divided the candy among the students.
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He was robbed on his way home and fell among thieves.
Origins of among
from Old English 'on gemang', meaning 'in the company of'
Summary: among in Brief
The preposition 'among' [əˈmʌŋ] refers to being surrounded by or in the company of others, belonging to a group or category, or occurring or being included within a larger group or entity. It is often used to describe a sense of inclusion or participation, as in 'She felt among friends at the party.' Phrases like 'among other things' and 'divide something among someone' use 'among' to denote additional items or distribution, respectively.
