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muster

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈmʌstər/

KK: /ˈmʌstər/

intransitive verb
Definition

To gather or assemble people, often for a specific purpose or event.


Example

The soldiers mustered in the field for the morning inspection.


Tense Forms

Past: mustard

Past Participle: mustard


Conversation
Sloth A
Are you ready to muster everyone for the meeting?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think we should gather everyone in the main hall.
Sloth A
Good idea! It will be easier to muster everyone there.
Sloth B
Exactly, and we can start on time without any delays.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gather
assemble
rally
Antonyms
disperse
scatter
dissolve
noun
Definition

A gathering or collection of people, often for a specific purpose such as inspection or review.


Example

The general called for a muster of all troops before the mission.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the muster happening next week?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read that a bunch of local leaders will be there.
Sloth A
I think it could be interesting to see what they discuss at the muster.
Sloth B
transitive verb
Definition

To gather or bring together a group of people or things, often for a specific purpose or event.


Example

The captain decided to muster all the soldiers for a meeting.


Tense Forms

Past: mustered

Past Participle: mustered


Conversation
Sloth A
Hey, do you think we can muster enough people for the charity event this weekend?
Sloth B
I hope so! I can ask a few friends to join us.
Sloth A
Great! We really need to muster the support to make it successful.
Root Explanation

Muster → It originates from the Old French 'mostrer' (meaning to show or display), which in turn comes from the Latin 'monstrare' (meaning to demonstrate or point out). The word 'muster' means to assemble or gather troops or people for inspection or display.

Memory Tip

Think of 'showing' or 'displaying' something when you gather people together — that's why 'muster' means to assemble.

Visually Confused Words
uster
muter
muser
remuster
ulster
ouster
mutter
musher
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gathering
assembly
collection
Antonyms
dispersal
separation
division
Sloth B
Absolutely, every little bit helps, so let's spread the word!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gather
assemble
summon
Antonyms
disperse
scatter
dissolve