get together
12 synonyms and 2 antonyms for get together, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Phrasal verb — To meet with someone socially, usually informally and by arrangement.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. phrasal verb
To meet with someone socially, usually informally and by arrangement.
“Let's get together for a coffee before you fly out.”
2. noun
An informal social gathering of friends, family or colleagues. Usually written get-together.
“It's just a small get-together, nothing formal.”
3. phrasal verb informal
To start a romantic or sexual relationship with someone.
“They got together at university and have been together ever since.”
Opposites
How to use get together
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Informal in every sense; a business meeting is arranged, not gotten together.
Frequently asked questions
Is it get together or get-together?
The verb is two separate words: we should get together. The noun takes a hyphen: we're having a get-together. Getting this wrong is the single most common error with the phrase.
What is the difference between a get-together and a party?
A get-together is smaller, more casual and usually just conversation, food and drink among people who already know each other. A party implies a larger guest list, more planning, and often music or a specific occasion.