congregate
Translation
to congregate, to gather, to assemble
Examples
People began to congregate in the main square.
People began to congregate in the main square.
Birds often congregate near the water.
Birds often congregate near the water.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to gather together in a group People began to congregate in the main square.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gather, assemble, convene; Antonyms: disperse, scatter
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'gregare' (to collect into a flock), from 'grex' (flock).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'greg'arious (sociable) group 'con'ing (coming) together. A flock ('grex') coming together ('con-').