gathered

6 synonyms and 1 antonym for gathered, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — Past tense and past participle of "gather" — to bring together or collect, or to come together as a group.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

collected composed

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

assembled amassed accumulated congregated

Synonyms by Meaning

1. verb

Past tense and past participle of "gather" — to bring together or collect, or to come together as a group.

“A crowd gathered outside the courthouse to hear the verdict.”

collected assembled amassed accumulated congregated composed

2. adj

Calm, composed, and mentally focused, as if all one's attention has been drawn together.

“Despite the noise, she stayed calm and gathered during the whole interview.”

collected

Opposites

ungathered

How to use gathered

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a gathered crowd feel gathered gathered information

Frequently asked questions

What does “gathered” mean?

The word “gathered” means past tense and past participle of "gather" — to bring together or collect, or to come together as a group. In plain terms, mostly just the past form of "gather" (to collect or assemble); occasionally used to describe someone who is calm and centered.

How do you pronounce “gathered”?

“Gathered” is pronounced GA-thuhd (/ˈɡæðɚd/ in IPA).

How do you use “gathered” in a sentence?

Here is “gathered” used in a sentence: “A crowd gathered outside the courthouse to hear the verdict.”

What part of speech is “gathered”?

Depending on how it is used, “gathered” can be a verb and an adjective.

Is “gathered” a common word?

“Gathered” is a fairly common word in modern English.

How many meanings does “gathered” have?

“Gathered” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: past tense and past participle of "gather" — to bring together or collect, or to come together as a group.

What is the difference between "gathered" and "collected"?

Both mean brought together, but "gathered" often suggests drawing scattered things or people into one place, while "collected" can also imply selecting and keeping items systematically. In the sense of composure, both words can describe a calm, self-possessed person.

What is the difference between "gathered" and "assembled"?

"Assembled" usually refers to people or parts deliberately brought together, often formally, while "gathered" is more general and can describe things coming together naturally or informally. A crowd may gather on its own, but a committee is assembled.

What are common collocations with "gathered"?

Common phrases include "gathered together," "gathered around," "gathered dust," "gathered momentum," and "gathered his thoughts." These show both the literal and the figurative uses of the word.

People also searched

collected composed amassed

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of gathered