Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A permanent structure with walls and a roof, intended for occupancy or use.
Building
/ˈbɪldɪŋ/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonymsExamples:
This building is very high.
Several buildings are on fire; a few are completely decimated.
It was an old building, overrun with rats.
Etymology:
From the Middle English word bildyng, which originates from the Old English byldan, meaning to construct, influenced by Proto-Germanic bu-d-ilan suggesting to dwell or inhabit.
Usage Statistics:
165 mentions per 1 million words 
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