Pronunciation

/səm/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Some, a quantity or number of; a few or several. For example: “There are some apples on the table.”
  • Interrogative: Used to inquire about the presence or quantity of something. For example: “Are there any cookies left?”
  • Adverb: In some cases; occasionally. For example: “In some situations, it might be necessary.”

Phrases

• “Some of the best” refers to a part considered to be the finest or most outstanding.
• “Some people believe…” indicates that certain individuals hold a particular opinion.
• “Some days are better than others” acknowledges variation in daily experiences.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “I bought some new books for the library.”
• Interrogative: “Have you seen any of my keys? I can’t seem to find some.”
• Adverb: “Not everyone agrees, but some argue that climate change is real.”

Synonyms

• A few
• Several
• Certain
• A number of
• A couple

Antonyms

• None (as “some” does not have a direct opposite when referring to a quantity)
• All (when referring to inclusiveness)