BYSTANDER: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for BYSTANDER?

Need another word that means the same as “bystander”? Find 11 synonyms and 30 related words for “bystander” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Bystander” are: onlooker, passer-by, observer, spectator, eyewitness, witness, looker-on, sightseer, watcher, viewer, gaper

Bystander as a Noun

Definitions of "Bystander" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “bystander” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A person who is present at an event or incident but does not take part.
• A nonparticipant spectator.

Synonyms of "Bystander" as a noun (11 Words)

eyewitness	A person who has seen something happen and can give a first-hand description of it. Eyewitness accounts of the London blitz.
gaper	A person who stares in amazement or wonder. Her sort of success inevitably attracted gapers.
looker-on	Someone who looks on.
observer	An expert who observes and comments on something. Some observers expect interest rates to rise.
onlooker	A non-participating observer; a spectator. A crowd of fascinated onlookers.
passer-by	A person who passes by casually or by chance.
sightseer	A tourist who is visiting sights of interest. Hordes of sightseers.
spectator	A woman’s pump with medium heel; usually in contrasting colors for toe and heel. The spectators applauded the performance.
viewer	A person who looks at or inspects something. Television viewers.
watcher	A close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind. A badger watcher.
witness	Used to refer to confirmation or evidence given by signature or under oath. A key witness at the trial.

Usage Examples of "Bystander" as a noun

• Water cannons were turned on marchers and innocent bystanders alike.

Associations of "Bystander" (30 Words)

accusatory	Indicating or suggesting that one believes a person has done something wrong. Black accusatory looks.
ask	Require or ask for as a price or condition. The old man asked about her job.
busybody	A person who meddles in the affairs of others. Others considered him an interfering busybody.
crowd	Cause to herd drive or crowd together. Men in straw boaters and waxed mustaches crowded the verandah.
curious	Expressing curiosity. She was curious to know what had happened.
extrapolation	The action of estimating or concluding something by assuming that existing trends will continue or a current method will remain applicable. Extrapolation of the logarithmic curve yielded an estimate of 66 species.
gang	Of a number of people form a group or gang. Adjacent faders can be ganged for common manipulation.
incredulous	Not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving. An incredulous gasp.
inquiring	(of a look or expression) suggesting that information is sought. An inquiring mind.
inquisitive	Inquiring or appearing to inquire. The police are proverbially inquisitive.
interested	Showing curiosity or concern about something or someone; having a feeling of interest. Seeking views from all interested parties.
interrogative	Some linguists consider interrogative sentences to constitute a mood. Interrogatives are not likely to crop up very often in the speech of a person who is being interviewed.
interrogatory	Formal systematic questioning. She abandoned her interrogatory monologue.
multitude	The state of being numerous. Father Peter addressed the multitude.
nosy	Pry into something. They don t nosy into your business like some people.
onlooker	A non-participating observer; a spectator. A crowd of fascinated onlookers.
perplexed	Full of difficulty or confusion or bewilderment. She gave him a perplexed look.
probing	Diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation. A probing inquiry.
puzzled	Filled with bewilderment. She looked puzzled and angry with him.
question	Pose a series of questions to. We hope this leaflet has been helpful in answering your questions.
questioning	(of a look) suggesting that information is sought. The young lieutenant escorted us to the barracks for questioning.
quizzical	Playfully vexing (especially by ridicule. One of the most quizzical movies ever made.
sceptical	Relating to the theory that certain knowledge is impossible. The public were deeply sceptical about some of the proposals.
searching	Having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect. You have to ask yourselves some searching questions.
skeptical	Denying or questioning the tenets of especially a religion. A skeptical listener.
speculative	Not financially safe or secure. Speculative knowledge.
surrounded	Confined on all sides. A camp surrounded by enemies.
throng	(of a crowd) fill or be present in (a place or area. He pushed his way through the throng.
wonder	A thing or a quality of something that causes wonder. Even hereditary peers are inclined to wonder about the legitimacy of the place.
wondering	Showing curiosity. Unsure where she was leading to I cast her a wondering look.