inter Meaning & Definition
/ɪnˈtɚ/
What Does Inter Mean?
Inter is a verb that means To bury in a grave. It can also mean To confine, as in a prison.
Inter: Key Facts
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɪnˈtɚ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | bury, entomb and lay to rest |
| Antonyms | intra |
| Verb forms | inters, interring, interred |
Inter Definition (Verb)
- To bury in a grave.
- To confine, as in a prison.
Synonyms of Inter
Inter synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Inter
intra
Inter in a Sentence
No example sentences are available for this entry.
Word Forms & Grammar
inter (third-person singular simple present inters, present participle interring, simple past and past participle interred)
Words That Rhyme With Inter
Origin of Inter
From Middle English enteren, borrowed from Old French enterrer, enterer, from Vulgar Latin *interrāre (“to put in earth”).
How Do You Say Inter?
Inter is pronounced //ɪnˈtɚ// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Inter
What part of speech is inter?
Inter is a verb.
What is another word for inter?
Words with a similar meaning to inter include bury, entomb and lay to rest. See the full list of inter synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of inter?
The opposite of inter is intra.
What is the past tense of inter?
The past tense of inter is interred. The present participle is interring.