Somewhere about — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb phrase /ˈsəm-ˌ(h)wer/ some·where

Meaning & Definition of Somewhere about

Somewhere about (adverb)

  1. in, at, from, or to a place unknown or unspecified
  2. to a place symbolizing positive accomplishment or progress
  3. in the vicinity of, approximately —usually used with about, around, or between

Somewhere about (phrase) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. close to but not exactly

    "We ordered dinner somewhere about 5:00, but it took an hour and a half to be delivered."

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

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Somewhere about

The most common words with a similar meaning to Somewhere about:

about, approximately, around, like, more or less, much, near, plus or minus, roughly, say, some, after a fashion, somewhere around

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Somewhere about

Words with the opposite meaning of Somewhere about:

exactly, precisely

Related Words for Somewhere about

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

Near Antonyms of Somewhere about

due, even, just, sharp, smack-dab, squarely

Origin & Etymology of Somewhere about

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Somewhere about

What does "Somewhere about" mean?

"Somewhere about" means in, at, from, or to a place unknown or unspecified. As an an adverb and a phrase, it is defined as: in, at, from, or to a place unknown or unspecified.

What is another word for "Somewhere about"?

Other words for "Somewhere about" include about, approximately, around, like, more or less, much, near and plus or minus. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Somewhere about" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Somewhere about"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Somewhere about". Common alternatives include about, approximately, around, like, more or less, much, near, plus or minus, roughly and say.

What is the opposite of "Somewhere about"?

Antonyms of "Somewhere about" include exactly and precisely. Near antonyms include due, even, just and sharp.

How do you use "Somewhere about" in a sentence?

Examples of "Somewhere about" in a sentence: "We ordered dinner somewhere about 5:00, but it took an hour and a half to be delivered.".

Is "Somewhere about" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Somewhere about" can be used as an adverb and a phrase, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Somewhere about"?

"Somewhere about" is pronounced /ˈsəm-ˌ(h)wer/ and divided into syllables as some·where.

What is the origin of the word "Somewhere about"?

First known use: 13th century.