Some — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective pronoun adverb /ˈsəm/

Meaning & Definition of Some

Some (adjective)

  1. being an unknown, undetermined, or unspecified unit or thing
  2. being one, a part, or an unspecified number of something (such as a class or group) named or implied
  3. being of an unspecified amount or number

Some (pronoun)

  1. one indeterminate quantity, portion, or number as distinguished from the rest
  2. an indefinite additional amount

Some (adverb)

  1. about
  2. in some degree, somewhat
  3. to some degree or extent, a little

Some (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. known but not named

    "some people won't be able to come"

    similar: anonymous, certain, given, one, unidentified, unnamed, unspecified
    related: particular, specific
    near: known, named, specified

Some (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. close to but not exactly

    "some 300 people showed up for the giveaway"

    similar: about, approximately, around, like, more or less, much, near, plus or minus, roughly, say, after a fashion, somewhere about, somewhere around
    related: generally, kind of, loosely, nearly, nominally, practically, virtually, well-nigh
    opposite: exactly, precisely
    near: due, even, just, sharp, smack-dab, squarely

Related Entry: Then (adverb)

Then is a different word from Some. The synonyms below are for then, not for some.

  1. in addition to what has been said

    "there's the cost of the car itself, and then there's the cost of insurance and maintenance"

    similar: additionally, again, also, besides, either, further, furthermore, likewise, more, moreover, too, withal, yet, as well, for good measure, in addition to, into the bargain, on top of, to boot, what's more

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Some

The most common words with a similar meaning to Some:

anonymous, certain, given, one, unidentified, unnamed, unspecified, about, approximately, around, like, more or less, much, near, plus or minus, roughly, say, after a fashion, somewhere about, somewhere around

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Some

Words with the opposite meaning of Some:

exactly, precisely

Related Words for Some

particular, specific, generally, kind of, loosely, nearly, nominally, practically, virtually, well-nigh

Near Antonyms of Some

known, named, specified, due, even, just, sharp, smack-dab, squarely

Origin & Etymology of Some

Middle English som, adjective & pronoun, from Old English sum; akin to Old High German sum some, Greek hamē somehow, homos same same

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Some

Words & Phrases Containing Some

-some, some distance, some kind/sort/type of, some other, some people/guys have all the luck

Frequently Asked Questions about Some

What does "Some" mean?

"Some" means being an unknown, undetermined, or unspecified unit or thing. As an an adjective, a pronoun and an adverb, it is defined as: being an unknown, undetermined, or unspecified unit or thing. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Some"?

Other words for "Some" include anonymous, certain, given, one, unidentified, unnamed, unspecified and about. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Some" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Some"?

There are 30 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Some". Common alternatives include anonymous, certain, given, one, unidentified, unnamed, unspecified, about, approximately and around.

What is the opposite of "Some"?

Antonyms of "Some" include exactly and precisely. Near antonyms include known, named, specified and due.

How do you use "Some" in a sentence?

Examples of "Some" in a sentence: "some people won't be able to come"; "some 300 people showed up for the giveaway".

Is "Some" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Some" can be used as an adjective, a pronoun and an adverb, depending on the context.

Is "Some" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Some" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Some"?

"Some" is pronounced /ˈsəm/.