Somewhere around — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

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

Meaning & Definition of Somewhere around

Somewhere around (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 around (phrase) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. close to but not exactly

    "She quit smoking somewhere around her 25th birthday."

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

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

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

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Somewhere around

Words with the opposite meaning of Somewhere around:

exactly, precisely

Related Words for Somewhere around

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

Near Antonyms of Somewhere around

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

Origin & Etymology of Somewhere around

First known use: 13th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Somewhere around

What does "Somewhere around" mean?

"Somewhere around" 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 around"?

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

What are different ways to say "Somewhere around"?

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

What is the opposite of "Somewhere around"?

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

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

Examples of "Somewhere around" in a sentence: "She quit smoking somewhere around her 25th birthday.".

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

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

How do you pronounce "Somewhere around"?

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

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

First known use: 13th century.