yonder
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for yonder, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — In or at a place that is visible but some distance away.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adv
In or at a place that is visible but some distance away.
“Whose doublewide is that over yonder?”
Opposites
2. adj
Being the more distant of two things being compared.
“Take the yonder path, not the one closer to the road.”
Etymology
From Old English "geonre" ("yonder"), built on the same root as "yon" plus the comparative ending seen in "hither" and "thither."
Full origin of yonder →Frequently asked questions
What does “yonder” mean?
The word “yonder” means in or at a place that is visible but some distance away. In plain terms, a somewhat old-fashioned word for "over there," pointing to a place you can see but that is fairly far away.
How do you pronounce “yonder”?
“Yonder” is pronounced YON-duh (/ˈjɑndəɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “yonder” in a sentence?
Here is “yonder” used in a sentence: “The old mill still stands yonder, past the creek.”
What is another word for “yonder”?
Words with a similar meaning to “yonder” include there, over there, away there and yon.
What part of speech is “yonder”?
Depending on how it is used, “yonder” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “yonder” come from?
The word “yonder” comes from Old English. From Old English "geonre" ("yonder"), built on the same root as "yon" plus the comparative ending seen in "hither" and "thither.".
How many meanings does “yonder” have?
“Yonder” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in or at a place that is visible but some distance away.
