with (A1)

preposition

Pronunciation: /wɪð/, /wɪθ/

Definition

Used to indicate that people or things are together in one place.

Examples

• I am going to the store with my mother.

• He sat with his friends.

• She came with us to the party.

How to Use with

with someone (prepositional phrase)

In the company of a person. — "I want to go with my friend."

with something (prepositional phrase)

Using an object or tool. — "Please write with a blue pen."

with joy (prepositional phrase)

Expressing a feeling. — "He shouted with joy."

with regard to (prepositional phrase)

Concerning or relating to. — "With regard to your question, the answer is yes."

Synonyms of with

Words with a similar meaning to with:

• alongside
• together
• among
• using

Antonyms of with

Words with the opposite meaning to with:

• without
• apart

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