Synonyms of per

per 1 of 2

preposition

ˈpər 

as in via

using the means or agency of

the infection is spread to the rest of the body per the bloodstream

Synonyms & Similar Words

• via
• by
• with
• through
• in
• by dint of
• by means of
• in virtue of
• by virtue of

per

2 of 2

adverb

as in each

for each one

you can have them at 50 cents per or three for $1.25

Synonyms & Similar Words

• each
• apiece
• per capita
• a shot
• a pop
• a throw
• all
• respectively
• separately
• apart
• individually
• independently
• singly
• discretely

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• together
• collectively
• altogether
• aggregately

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of per

Preposition

In 2025, a Rich Auntie can give up to $19,000 per person without triggering the need to file a gift tax return. —Kara Stevens, Essence, 10 Sep. 2025

In May 2023, a 1,497-square-foot home on the 3700 block of Cefalu Drive in San Jose sold for $1,555,000, a price per square foot of $1,039. —Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025

After being struck from behind, he was dragged to the ground and mauled him, with other lions joined in, per Khaosod English. —Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025

Locomotion, balance, and manipulation are energy-intensive, so runtime remains limited, often a few hours of active work per charge. —Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2025

Phrases Containing per

• per capita