Word: bevy (noun)

Associations

"Bevy" means a group or collection of things or people, often used for animals or people together in one place.

• A bevy of birds flew over the lake. Here, "bevy" means a group of birds.
• She was surrounded by a bevy of admirers. This means many people admired her.
• A bevy of choices was available on the menu. This means many options. "Bevy" is similar to "group" or "flock," but "bevy" often feels a bit more elegant or poetic, especially when talking about animals or people in a social setting.

Substitution

You can replace "bevy" with words like:

• group — more general and common.
• flock — usually for birds.
• crowd — for many people, often in a busy place. Using "group" makes the sentence more neutral, while "bevy" adds a nicer or more descriptive feeling.

Deconstruction

"Bevy" comes from Old French "bevee," meaning a gathering or assembly, especially of birds. It is a simple noun without prefixes or suffixes. Knowing its origin helps understand why it often relates to animals or social groups.

Inquiry

• Can you think of other animals or people you might describe as a "bevy"?
• How does using "bevy" instead of "group" change the feeling of a sentence?
• Have you seen a "bevy" of something in real life or in stories? What was it?