Synonyms of library

library

noun

ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē 

1

as in archive

a place where books, periodicals, and records are kept for use but not for sale

I went to the library to do some research for my report

Synonyms & Similar Words

• archive
• rental library
• bibliotheca
• stacks

2

as in collection

an organized group of objects acquired and maintained for study, exhibition, or personal pleasure

a confirmed cineast with an impressive library of classic movies on DVD

Synonyms & Similar Words

• collection
• assemblage
• assortment
• repertory
• repertoire
• supply
• arsenal
• trove
• treasure
• treasure trove
• store
• stockpile
• cache
• kaleidoscope
• mixed bag
• hoard
• assembly
• omnium-gatherum
• accumulation
• reserve
• phantasmagoria
• stock
• miscellanea
• gathering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• pile
• heap
• litter
• clutter
• jumble
• bric-a-brac
• ragbag

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of library

The complex has amenities such as a fitness center, coffee shop, movie theater, community garden, community center and library, and a picnic area with grills, providing common spaces for residents to socialize, volunteer and relax. — Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026

The North Dakota library features exhibits that expand on Roosevelt’s role as an Eastern elite, an unlikely war hero, New York governor, and influential president. — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026

Early American coffeehouses would commonly have city business directories, libraries of newspapers and currency exchange information. — James Doubek, NPR, 3 July 2026

In 2007, Popular Science profiled submarine designer Bruce Jones’s plan for his Poseidon Undersea Resort, a 40-foot-deep complex of individual suites, with a library, wedding chapel, and restaurant. — Bill Gourgey, Popular Science, 2 July 2026

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