Synonyms of spectators

spectators

noun

plural of spectator

as in observers

someone who sees or watches something

a building demolition that drew a crowd of spectators even at 3:00 a.m.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• observers
• viewers
• witnesses
• onlookers
• bystanders
• watchers
• eyewitnesses
• spies
• voyeurs
• peepers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of spectators

The holdout The crowds of journalists and spectators became increasingly restless throughout the days of deliberations, testing the patience of staff at the Plymouth trial courthouse, a pristine legal complex surrounded by quiet fields and farmland. — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026

The structure sits across Stadium Drive from Hornet Stadium and is the main parking facility for spectators. — Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2026

The network is also expected to be accessible to public transportation buses, carrying spectators, employees and volunteers. — Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026

A day at an air show turned fatal Saturday when a Greek air force jet crashed north of Athens as thousands of spectators watched. — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026

This award celebrates the best picture in Venezia Spotlight, judged by spectators. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026

Each of the United States’ four biggest leagues — the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL — has investigated its personnel for suspicious betting activity in the past 12 months, causing some spectators to consider whether sports are morphing into WrestleMania. — Andrew Zucker, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026

That also means the space station, traveling at dizzying speeds of about 17,500 mph, is routinely visible to spectators on the ground. — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

That includes having security personal who can deal with problem spectators, as needed, until police arrive. — Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 29 Aug. 2026