At — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of At
At (preposition)
- —used as a function word to indicate presence or occurrence in, on, or near
- —used as a function word to indicate the goal of an indicated or implied action or motion
- —used as a function word to indicate that with which one is occupied or employed
At (noun)
- a monetary subunit of the kip
At (verb)
- to respond to, challenge, or disparage the claim or opinion of (someone) —usually used in the phrase don't @ me
At (abbreviation)
- airtight
- atmosphere
- atomic
- air temperature
- ampere-turn
- Appalachian Trail
- ataxia-telangiectasia
- athletic trainer
At (symbol)
- astatine
At (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
-
as in across, along
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for At
The most common words with a similar meaning to At:
Word Forms of At
Inflections: att
Origin & Etymology of At
Middle English, from Old English æt; akin to Old High German az at, Latin ad
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for At
- Topics: Grammar Function Words
Words & Phrases Containing At
Frequently Asked Questions about At
What does "At" mean?
"At" means —used as a function word to indicate presence or occurrence in, on, or near. As an a preposition, a noun, a verb, an abbreviation and a symbol, it is defined as: —used as a function word to indicate presence or occurrence in, on, or near.
What is another word for "At"?
Other words for "At" include across, along, alongside, beside, circa, about, around and by. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "At" you intend.
What are different ways to say "At"?
There are 12 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "At". Common alternatives include across, along, alongside, beside, circa, about, around, by, near and next to.
Is "At" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"At" can be used as a preposition, a noun, a verb, an abbreviation and a symbol, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "At"?
"At" is pronounced /ət/ as a preposition and /ˈät/ as a noun.
What is the origin of the word "At"?
"At" comes from Middle English, from Old English æt; akin to Old High German az at, Latin ad. First known use: before 12th century.
What is another word for "At" meaning "as in across, along"?
When "At" (preposition) means as in across, along, synonyms include across, along, alongside, beside, circa and about.
What does "At" mean as a preposition?
As a preposition, "At" means: —used as a function word to indicate presence or occurrence in, on, or near; —used as a function word to indicate the goal of an indicated or implied action or motion; —used as a function word to indicate that with which one is occupied or employed.