Definition of amphitheaternext
as in auditorium
a large room or building for enclosed public gatherings the conference attendees crowded into the amphitheater for the keynote address

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Recent Examples of amphitheater Students set up tents and information tables and strung large banners around an outdoor amphitheater at the center of campus. Katie Moore, Kansas City Star, 1 July 2026 Renderings submitted to the city show that Propco intends to fill in most of the sunken amphitheater with artificial turf to create a central lawn area that retains some of the existing steps. Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 July 2026 Kastl himself began regularly attending council meetings during amphitheater discussions. Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 1 July 2026 There is also a To Kalon Bowl amphitheater, heritage oaks, water features, gardens, and many beckoning pathways so that visitors can explore the famous To Kalon Vineyard. Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for amphitheater
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amphitheater
auditorium
Noun
  • The Capitol Theatre has six auditoriums and just celebrated its 100th anniversary last year.
    Mike Sullivan, CBS News, 13 July 2026
  • The front building, protected as a historic landmark, is already undergoing structural stabilization after the completion of interior demolition and the controversial razing of the large auditorium behind it earlier this year.
    Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026

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“Amphitheater.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amphitheater. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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