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 Next up, the American Royal plans to build an 80,00-square-foot learning center with a 750-seat amphitheater, exhibits, cooking labs and more. — Sofi Zeman, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026 Rising like a spaceship over Exposition Park, the Lucas Museum pairs Ma Yansong’s futuristic form with 11 acres of lush parkland, Star Wars statues, a cooling waterfall and outdoor amphitheater. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026 Live Nation agreed to let the Lumineers play in the amphitheaters, but only if I was not involved. — Chris Willman, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026 The filing suggested replacing it with an outdoor amphitheater, though administration officials have downplayed the idea as a present plan. — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for amphitheater
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amphitheater
auditorium
Noun
  • Founded in 1961 and housed in a historic church, the theater entertains audiences in its 416-seat auditorium with musicals and plays produced by professionals from around the country.
    — Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The vast main deck could become a large salon, a stage, or auditorium, with terraces opening both to port and starboard, while curved staircases lead to balconies and private spaces above.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 25 Sep. 2026

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“Amphitheater.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amphitheater. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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