Definition

Relating to or involving a collection of people or things that are considered together.

Example

The group project required everyone to contribute their ideas.

Conversation

Are you going to join the group study session tomorrow?

Yeah, I think it will help me understand the material better.

I heard it's a group effort to prepare for the exam.

Exactly! Teamwork makes studying way more fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To come together or form a collection of individuals or things.

Example

The children began to group around the teacher for story time.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see where everyone started to group for the picnic?

Yeah, I think they are near the big tree.

Let's hurry before all the good spots are taken by the time we get there.

Definition

A collection of people or things that are considered together because they share something in common.

Example

The group of friends decided to go on a trip together.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new study group forming at school?

Yeah, I think it’s a great idea for those who need extra help.

I’m thinking of joining that group to prepare for the exams.

Definition

To arrange or organize things or people into a collection or category based on shared characteristics or criteria.

Example

The teacher grouped the students by their reading levels.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they group the kids for the game?

Yeah, it made it easier for everyone to play together.

I think they should group them by skill level next time.

Root Explanation

Group → The word 'group' originates from the Old French 'groupe', meaning a cluster or a collection. It refers to a number of individuals or items that are gathered together.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cluster' or 'collection' of things when you hear 'group' — it helps you remember that a group is simply a collection of individuals.

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