bystander
Translation
bystander, onlooker, witness
Examples
A bystander helped the injured person.
A bystander helped the injured person.
Many bystanders just watched the accident.
Many bystanders just watched the accident.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) bystander a person who is present at an event but does not take part A bystander reported the crime to the police.
Similar Words
Synonyms: onlooker, observer, witness; Antonyms: participant, perpetrator
Etymology
From 'by' (near) + 'stander' (one who stands). Literally, someone standing near an event.
Memory Tips
Picture someone who is just 'standing by' the side of an event, not getting involved.