bystander — a person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbaɪˌstændər/
Example Sentences
- The superhero accidentally knocked over an innocent bystander while chasing the villain.
- Don't just be a bystander when someone needs help.
- The bystander became famous after his reaction went viral on social media.
bystander
NOUN[/ˈbaɪˌstændər/]
a person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part
💡 Concept
a person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part
🎵 Rhyme
From insider to outsider, the bystander must decide!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈbaɪˌstændər/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈbaɪˌstændə(r)/
🌳Etymology
Rootstand
Suffix--er
🎵Rhyme
outsiderinsiderprovider
outsider
insider
provider
🔗Collocations
innocent bystander
bystander effect
curious bystander
passive bystander
mere bystander
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“The superhero accidentally knocked over an innocent bystander while chasing the villain.”
“Don't just be a bystander when someone needs help.”
😄 Fun example
“The bystander became famous after his reaction went viral on social media.”
“Police questioned several bystanders who witnessed the accident.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
observeronlookerspectatorwitness
Antonyms
participantactorplayer
Related
audiencecrowdpasserbywatcher
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