Beside - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Beside is a preposition meaning next to or at the side of. It indicates physical proximity, as in She sat beside her friend or The lamp is beside the bed.
Definition:
Next to or at the side of something or someone.
Synonyms:
alongside, near, next to, adjacent to
Part of Speech:
preposition
Antonyms:
away from, far from
Common Collocations:
sit beside, stand beside, live beside, walk beside
Derivatives:
besides, beside oneself
Usage Tips:
Use "beside" to indicate physical proximity; avoid confusing it with "besides," which means "in addition."
Common Phrases:
beside the point, beside oneself with joy
Etymology:
Originates from Old English "be sīdan," meaning "by the side."
Examples:
- 1. She sat beside her friend during lunch.
- 2. The park is right beside the school.
- 3. He placed the book beside the lamp.
- 4. They walked beside the river at sunset.