Group Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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group

[ɡruːp ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Noun}

social

A collection of individuals who have regular contact and interaction, share common interests or goals, and work together towards achieving a common purpose.

Synonyms

community, society, team.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
group	This noun is used to refer to a collection of people or things that are gathered together, often for a particular purpose. It is a general term and lacks specificity about the nature of the gathering. A group of friends went to the movies. The group of scientists presented their findings.
team	This noun specifically describes a group of people working together towards a common goal, often in a professional or competitive setting. It emphasizes collaboration and coordinated effort. Our team won the championship last year. She joined the marketing team at her new job.
society	This is a broader term that usually refers to an organized group of people living together in a more or less ordered community. It often implies shared laws, institutions, and culture. In our society, education is highly valued. The Society for Historical Preservation held a meeting.
community	This noun refers to a group of people who live in the same area or share common interests, values, or religion. It implies a deeper connection and a sense of belonging among its members. The community came together to clean the park. She found a supportive community of artists online.

Examples of usage

The group of volunteers cleaned up the park together.
Our study group meets every week to prepare for exams.
The support group provides emotional assistance to its members.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

action

To gather or assemble into a collection or mass.

Synonyms

assemble, cluster, collect.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
group	Use when referring to bringing together people or things into a collective, usually for a specific purpose or as members of a category. The teacher grouped the students based on their reading levels. She decided to group her paintings by color.
assemble	Often used in formal or organized contexts where people or things come together, sometimes implying a sense of construction or putting parts together. The team assembled at 9 AM for the meeting. He spent the afternoon assembling his new furniture.
collect	Indicates bringing together items or people, often suggesting a process or action of gathering things over a period of time. She collects stamps from all over the world. The charity wants to collect donations for disaster relief.
cluster	Best used when describing people or things coming together closely or compactly, often implying a somewhat random or natural grouping. The grapes were clustered together on the vine. People clustered around the street performer.

Examples of usage

The students grouped together to protest against the new rules.
The flowers can be grouped according to their colors.

Translations

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Origin of 'group'

The word 'group' originated from the French word 'groupe', which came from the Italian word 'gruppo', meaning a cluster or bunch. The concept of grouping individuals for a common purpose has been prevalent throughout history, from ancient tribes to modern organizations.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #214, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.

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