With

Definition

With is a preposition used to indicate association, possession, accompaniment, means, or manner.

Parts of Speech

• Preposition

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /wɪð/ or /wɪθ/
• Respelling: WIHTH or WITH

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /wɪð/ or /wɪθ/
• Respelling: WIHTH or WITH

Etymology

The word "with" originates from Old English "wiþ," meaning "against" or "toward," which later evolved to indicate accompaniment or association. It is derived from Proto-Germanic "*wiþ," meaning "opposite" or "near," and has related forms in Old Saxon and Old Norse.

Derivatives

• Within (preposition)
• Without (preposition)
• Withal (adverb)
• Withstand (verb)
• Withdraw (verb)

Synonyms

• Alongside
• Beside
• Together

Antonyms

• Without
• Apart
• None

Usage

The preposition "with" is commonly used to indicate relationships, tools, or methods. For example: "She went with her friends to the park." It can also describe possession, e.g., "The boy with the red hat." In means or manner, e.g., "He fixed it with a hammer."

Related Terms

• Without: Indicates absence or lack of something.
• Alongside: Indicates proximity or accompaniment.
• Together: Refers to a group acting in unison.

Detailed Definitions

Preposition

• Indicating accompaniment: Refers to being in the company of someone or something.
  • Example: "She went to the movie with her sister."
• Indicating possession: Describes an object or characteristic associated with someone or something.
  • Example: "The man with the umbrella is my uncle."
• Indicating means or method: Refers to the tools or methods used to achieve something.
  • Example: "He fixed the table with a screwdriver."
• Indicating manner: Refers to the way an action is performed.
  • Example: "He spoke with enthusiasm."