American Dictionary
Definition amid in American English
amid
preposition
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preposition
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/əˈmɪd/
1
if something happens amid particular feelings or events, it happens while people have these feelings or while these events are happening
Example
The secretary resigned amid accusations of bribery and corruption.
2
if something happens amid noise, shouting, laughter, etc., it happens while there is a lot of noise, etc. all around
Example
Norman stepped on to the stage amid tumultuous applause.
3
surrounded by things or people
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