AMONGST Meaning and
Definition
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Amongst is a preposition that is mainly used in British English. It is derived from the word among, which means in the midst of, surrounded by, or in company with others. Amongst is often considered a more formal or archaic variant of among and is rarely used in American English.
The word amongst indicates being part of a group or collective, or being situated within a larger whole. It implies a sense of being surrounded by others or being in the company of something or someone. It suggests a position or location being embedded or encircled by others or being amidst a larger number or quantity.
Amongst is commonly used when describing a gathering or when talking about individuals or objects that are grouped or located closely together. It can also denote being included within a specific category or group while identifying oneself as being part of a larger whole.
In literature or poetry, the use of amongst often lends a more poetic or old-fashioned tone to the writing. It can evoke a sense of mystique or create a historical ambiance. The choice to use amongst instead of among is often a stylistic decision made by the writer to achieve a certain tone or effect.
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Mingled or conjoined with.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for AMONGST
- zmongst
- smongst
- wmongst
- qmongst
- ajongst
- amingst
- amkngst
- amlngst
- ampngst
- am0ngst
- am9ngst
- amobgst
- amojgst
- amohgst
- amonfst
- amonvst
- amonbst
- amonhst
- amonyst
- Damonist
- Amodytt
- bemongst
Etymology of AMONGST
The word "amongst" has its etymology rooted in Middle English. It originated from the combination of the preposition "among" and the adverbial suffix "-st" used in the past tense. "Among" came from the Old English word "gemang", meaning "in a group" or "together with". This, in turn, derived from the Proto-Germanic word "gaman[g]", referring to a gathering or company. The addition of the "-st" suffix creates the idea of "in a group or gathering". Over time, the word evolved into "amongst" in Middle English with the suffix becoming more prevalent. Both "among" and "amongst" are used in contemporary English, although "among" tends to be more common in American English, while "amongst" is often preferred in British English.
Idioms with the word AMONGST
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fight amongst
The idiom "fight amongst" means to quarrel or argue with one another. It refers to a situation where a group of people or entities engage in conflicts or disputes amongst themselves.
Similar spelling words for AMONGST
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