Synonyms of across

across 1 of 2

preposition

ə-ˈkrȯs 

1

as in over

to the opposite side of

we rowed across the lake and visited the other couple for the evening

Synonyms & Similar Words

• over
• around
• through
• athwart
• round
• beyond
• past

2

as in throughout

in random positions within the boundaries of

sheep scattered across the field

Synonyms & Similar Words

• throughout
• around
• over
• on
• about
• through
• round

across

2 of 2

adverb

as in through

from one side to the other of an intervening space

will you go across to the Bentley's and see if their phone is working?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• through
• over
• athwart
• clear

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of across

Preposition

This shift comes as the administration dismantles numerous diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the federal government. —Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 16 June 2025

Reactions to the news varied across social media platforms. —Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 June 2025

Adverb

The budget also moves the Giant Magellan Telescope, which would boast starlight-gathering mirrors totaling more than 25 meters across, into a final design phase. —Nadia Drake, Scientific American, 3 June 2025

Transverse describes something that is lying across, and leukonychia is a term for white discoloration of the nail.2 Mees' lines take about three to six weeks to develop. —Laura Schober, Health, 1 June 2025

Phrases Containing across

• across the board
• come across
• come across (as)
• get across
• run across