Among
(
preposition
,
adverb
)
(As a preposition)
Among ( preposition )
In the midst or in the middle of (a group of people, objects, etc.).
Origin:
Derived from middle english amonge, from old english onmang, ongemang.
Examples:
- I saw her among the crowd.
- He is the best basketball player among his friends.
- She found her lost keys among the couch cushions.
- The restaurant is located among the tall buildings.
- The book is popular among readers.
(As an adverb)
Among ( adverb )
In the midst or in the middle of (a group of people, objects, etc.).
Origin:
Derived from middle english amonge, from old english onmang, ongemang.
Examples:
- I saw her among the crowd.
- He is the best basketball player among his friends.
- She found her lost keys among the couch cushions.
- The restaurant is located among the tall buildings.
- The book is popular among readers.