sundry
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for sundry, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Various and of different kinds; miscellaneous.
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 sundry
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sundry items
all and sundry
Etymology
From Old English syndriġ ("separate, individual"), related to sunder.
Full origin of sundry →Frequently asked questions
What does “sundry” mean?
The word “sundry” means various and of different kinds; miscellaneous. In plain terms, a slightly formal word for "various" or "miscellaneous," often used for odds and ends.
How do you pronounce “sundry”?
“Sundry” is pronounced SUHND-ree (/ˈsʌnd.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “sundry” in a sentence?
Here is “sundry” used in a sentence: “The drawer was full of sundry odds and ends.”
What part of speech is “sundry”?
Depending on how it is used, “sundry” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “sundry” come from?
The word “sundry” comes from Old English. From Old English syndriġ ("separate, individual"), related to sunder.
How many meanings does “sundry” have?
“Sundry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: various and of different kinds; miscellaneous.
