Amid — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Amid
Amid (preposition)
- in or into the middle of, surrounded by, among
- during
- with the accompaniment of
Amid (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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in or into the middle of
"having grown up amid farmers and ranchers, Keith still thinks of himself as a country boy at heart"
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in the course of
"amidst the messy divorce proceedings they never forgot that their children mattered most"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Amid
The most common words with a similar meaning to Amid:
Near Antonyms of Amid
Origin & Etymology of Amid
amid from Middle English amidde, from Old English onmiddan, from on + middan, dative of midde mid; amidst from Middle English amiddes, from amidde + -es -s
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Amid
- CEFR level: C1 English Vocabulary — Page 2
- Topics: Grammar Function Words
Frequently Asked Questions about Amid
What does "Amid" mean?
"Amid" means in or into the middle of, surrounded by, among. As a preposition, it is defined as: in or into the middle of, surrounded by, among. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Amid"?
Other words for "Amid" include among, mid, midst, through, by, during, over and pending. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Amid" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Amid"?
There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Amid". Common alternatives include among, mid, midst, through, by, during, over, pending, throughout and in the thick of.
How do you use "Amid" in a sentence?
Examples of "Amid" in a sentence: "having grown up amid farmers and ranchers, Keith still thinks of himself as a country boy at heart"; "amidst the messy divorce proceedings they never forgot that their children mattered most".
Is "Amid" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Amid" is a preposition.
Is "Amid" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C1-level word, "Amid" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Amid"?
"Amid" is pronounced /ə-ˈmid/.
What is the origin of the word "Amid"?
"Amid" comes from amid from Middle English amidde, from Old English onmiddan, from on + middan, dative of midde mid; amidst from Middle English amiddes, from amidde + -es -s. First known use: before 12th century.