Synonyms of libraries

libraries

noun

plural of library

1

as in archives

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

• archives
• rental libraries
• stacks
• bibliothecas

2

as in collections

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

• collections
• assemblages
• assortments
• arsenals
• supplies
• repertories
• repertoires
• treasures
• troves
• treasure troves
• stores
• stockpiles
• miscellanea
• caches
• assemblies
• kaleidoscopes
• hoards
• reserves
• phantasmagorias
• mixed bags
• omnium-gatherums
• stocks
• accumulations
• gatherings

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• piles
• heaps
• litters
• jumbles
• ragbags
• clutters
• bric-a-brac

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of libraries

In large enterprises, thousands of engineering hours each year go to keeping software current by patching libraries, updating frameworks, managing dependencies and maintaining audit evidence. — Chris Brown, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

The city was handing out free KN95 face masks at hundreds of libraries, police precincts and firehouses, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said. — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 17 July 2026

In addition to the dividend, the Idaho Lottery also contributed to hundreds of school programs and projects — including helping fund libraries, a woodworking shop and a sensory room — through its Do Good programs. — Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026

The county treasurer’s office has been slowed down by distribution problems, where some schools, villages and libraries were over- or under-paid. — A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 16 July 2026

Andrew Carnegie built libraries and Henry Ford built a foundation designed to outlive him. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 16 July 2026

Combining these two libraries and platforms gives consumers more choice, not less — greater investment in original programming, a stronger competitor to streaming rivals, and a more durable footing for journalism and storytelling alike. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 15 July 2026

This relaxation app takes a simpler approach than other wellness platforms that rely on large course libraries and ongoing subscriptions. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 15 July 2026

In September, 500 StudioCanal projects will disappear from customers’ libraries in the UK and parts of Europe thanks to an expiring licensing agreement. — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 10 July 2026