encampment
11 synonyms for encampment, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A place where people are staying temporarily in tents or similar shelters, such as a camp for soldiers, refugees, or travelers.
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.
How to use encampment
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
refugee encampment
military encampment
set up an encampment
Etymology
From encamp ("to set up a temporary camp") plus the noun suffix -ment.
Full origin of encampment →Frequently asked questions
What does “encampment” mean?
The word “encampment” means a place where people are staying temporarily in tents or similar shelters, such as a camp for soldiers, refugees, or travelers. In plain terms, a temporary camp or campsite where a group of people is staying.
How do you pronounce “encampment”?
“Encampment” is pronounced ihn-KAMPMNT (/ɪnˈkæmpmənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “encampment” in a sentence?
Here is “encampment” used in a sentence: “Aid workers set up an encampment for displaced families near the border.”
What part of speech is “encampment”?
“Encampment” is a noun.
