apart
7 synonyms and 1 antonyms for apart, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — Separated by distance or time.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use apart
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman a part, from Latin ad partem, literally "to the side."
Full origin of apart →Frequently asked questions
What does “apart” mean?
The word “apart” means separated by distance or time. In plain terms, describes things being separated in space, time, or pieces.
How do you pronounce “apart”?
“Apart” is pronounced uh-PAHT (/əˈpɑɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “apart” in a sentence?
Here is “apart” used in a sentence: “The two towns are twenty miles apart.”
What is the opposite of “apart”?
The opposite of “apart” — its antonyms — is together.
What part of speech is “apart”?
Depending on how it is used, “apart” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “apart” come from?
The word “apart” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman a part, from Latin ad partem, literally "to the side.".
Is “apart” a common word?
“Apart” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “apart” have?
“Apart” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: separated by distance or time.
What is the difference between 'apart' and 'a part'?
This is a common mix-up. 'Apart' is one word meaning separated or at a distance ('they drifted apart'). 'A part' is two words meaning a piece or portion of something ('a part of the plan'). They almost sound alike but mean opposite things — separation versus belonging.
What does 'apart from' mean?
'Apart from' has two related meanings. It can mean 'except for,' as in 'Apart from one error, it was perfect.' It can also mean 'in addition to,' as in 'Apart from football, he plays tennis.' The intended sense is usually clear from the surrounding context.
What is the opposite of apart?
The natural opposite is 'together.' Where 'apart' stresses distance or separation, 'together' stresses closeness or unity. Other opposites include 'joined,' 'united,' and 'attached,' depending on whether you mean physical distance or a broken connection between people or things.