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
• 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

Mansour said Emaira’s library and internet router were destroyed during the arrest. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026

Parton celebrated when the library mailed its 100-millionth book in 2018. — Alex H. Poole, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026

Stock libraries give every business access to beautiful imagery. — Adam Taylor, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026

The Paramount library is considerably smaller, but the name was still a household name. — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026

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