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

Public libraries offer free SHSAT books with instructions, explanations, and complete sample tests, along with free online tutoring. — Wai Wah Chin, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026

The other 60% pays for local services such as fire safety, emergency response, road repairs and libraries. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

Isaacs, usually draped in black slacks and tee, travels from Palm Beach and Broward County theaters, libraries and auditoriums in person and to Zoom classes some four to six times a week. — Norma A. Orovitz, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026

Additionally, many public libraries will let folks borrow a sewing machine and some even offer sewing classes. — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

So he was drawn to musty libraries, archives and the internet. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026

Public libraries weren’t safe either, as books were banned from shelves. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2026

Paramount has long positioned the merger as a way to compete more effectively with streaming behemoths like Netflix and Disney+, which boast giant digital libraries full of attractive IP. — Liam Reilly, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026

Meditation apps including Breethe releasing dedicated sub-60-second content libraries. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026