Synonyms of library

library

noun

ˈlī-ˌbrer-ē 

1

as in archive

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

• archive
• lending library
• rental library
• bibliotheca
• stacks

2

as in collection

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

• collection
• assemblage
• assortment
• repertory
• repertoire
• supply
• arsenal
• trove
• treasure
• treasure trove
• store
• stockpile
• cache
• kaleidoscope
• mixed bag
• hoard
• assembly
• omnium-gatherum
• accumulation
• reserve
• phantasmagoria
• stock
• miscellanea
• gathering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• pile
• heap
• litter
• clutter
• jumble
• bric-a-brac
• ragbag

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of library

Flashback: Two years ago, Frisco state Rep. Jared Patterson authored a bill that would limit what books students can check out from their school libraries. —Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 25 Mar. 2025

Attendees will taste six library wines, including pinot noir from Mount Eden, Sante Arcangeli and The Mountain Winery and cabernet sauvignons from Cooper Garrod, La Questa and Ridge. —Laura Ness, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2025

These might include online courses, software tools, communities, or content libraries that continue making money without your active time. —Jodie Cook, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025

The president recently signed an executive order dismantling several federal agencies focused on libraries, museums and ending homelessness. —Phillip M. Bailey, USA TODAY, 24 Mar. 2025

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