Bevy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Bevy
Bevy (noun)
- a large group or collection
- a group of animals and especially quail
Bevy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a large group of people or things
"A bevy of girls waited outside."
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bevy
The most common words with a similar meaning to Bevy:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bevy
Words with the opposite meaning of Bevy:
Word Forms of Bevy
Inflections: bevies
Origin & Etymology of Bevy
Middle English bevey
First known use: 15th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bevy
- CEFR level: C2 English Vocabulary — Page 9
- Topics: Advanced GRE / C2
Frequently Asked Questions about Bevy
What does "Bevy" mean?
"Bevy" means a large group or collection. As a noun, it is defined as: a large group or collection.
What is another word for "Bevy"?
Other words for "Bevy" include army, cram, crowd, crush, drove, flock, herd and horde. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bevy" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Bevy"?
There are 99 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bevy". Common alternatives include army, cram, crowd, crush, drove, flock, herd, horde, host and legion.
What is the opposite of "Bevy"?
Antonyms of "Bevy" include atom, crumb, dot, fleck, flyspeck, fragment, grain and granule.
How do you use "Bevy" in a sentence?
Examples of "Bevy" in a sentence: "A bevy of girls waited outside.".
Is "Bevy" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Bevy" is a noun.
Is "Bevy" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C2-level word, "Bevy" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Bevy"?
"Bevy" is pronounced /ˈbe-vē/.