in

The word “in” has 1 syllable: in

It's pronounced as /ɪn/


What is synonym and antonym for in?

In the thesaurus, “in” has 181 synonyms and 79 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for in along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for in

Antonyms for in

Meanings of in

  • noun
    1. A position of power or influence, or a way to get it.
    2. (chiefly in the plural) One who, or that which, is in; especially, one who is in office.
    3. The state of a batter/batsman who is currently batting; see innings.
    4. A re-entrant angle; a nook or corner.
    5. Abbreviation of inch; inches.
  • verb
    1. To enclose.
    2. To take in; to harvest.
  • adjective
    1. Located indoors, especially at home or at one's office or place of work.
    2. Located inside something.
    3. (of the ball or other playing implement) Falling or remaining within the bounds of the playing area.
    4. Inserted or fitted into something.
    5. Having been collected or received.
    6. In fashion; popular.
    7. Incoming.
    8. (of the sails of a vessel) Furled or stowed.
    9. Of the tide, at or near its highest level.
    10. With privilege or possession; used to denote a holding, possession, or seisin.
    11. Currently batting.
    12. Having familiarity or involvement with somebody.
    13. Having a favourable position, such as a position of influence or expected gain, in relation to another person.
  • adverb
    1. At or towards the interior of a defined space, such as a building or room.
    2. Towards the speaker or other reference point.
    3. So as to be enclosed or surrounded by something.
    4. Still eligible to play, e.g. able to bat in cricket and baseball.
    5. After the beginning of something.
    6. (in combination, after a verb) Denotes a gathering of people assembled for the stated activity, sometimes, though not always, suggesting a protest.
  • preposition
    1. Used to indicate location, inclusion, or position within spatial, temporal or other limits.
    2. Into.
    3. Used to indicate limit, qualification, condition, or circumstance.
    4. Used to indicate means, medium, format, genre, or instrumentality.

Example Sentences

  • She put the keys in her bag before leaving.
  • The milk is in the refrigerator.
  • He arrived in time for the meeting.
  • There was a surprise waiting in the box.
  • They found comfort in each other's company.

On this page you'll find 260 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to in, such as: a la mode, abounding, absent, accessibly, accompanying, along, alongside.

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