Definition

At a distance that is further than a certain point or limit.

Example

The mountains are beyond the river.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what lies beyond our planet?

Yeah, it’s fascinating to think about the universe.

I mean, there could be so much more beyond what we can see.

Exactly! Just imagine the possibilities out there!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A place or state that is outside of normal experience or knowledge, often referring to the unknown or what comes after life.

Example

Many people wonder what lies in the great beyond after death.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what lies in the beyond?

Yeah, it's kind of fascinating to think about, isn't it?

I wonder if there's really something out there after we die, in the beyond.

Definition

At a point that is further away than something else; also used to indicate something that is more than or outside the limits of something.

Example

The park is just beyond the river.

Conversation

Have you ever been to that park just beyond the river?

Yeah, I went there last summer; it was beautiful!

I heard there are trails beyond the main area that are great for hiking.

Root Explanation

Beyond → It is formed from the prefix "be-" (meaning by or about) and the root "yond" (from Old English "geond", meaning further away or on the other side). The word "beyond" means to be on the other side of something or further away from a point of reference.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'by' or 'about' something ('be-') and then going 'further away' ('yond') — that's why beyond means further away.

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