Word ISLAND: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

island

🇺🇸 [ˈaɪlənd]

Meanings

A piece of land surrounded by water, typically smaller than a continent or a country. Islands can be found in oceans, seas, or rivers and vary in size from small rocks to large land masses.

Examples

• They spent their vacation on a beautiful tropical island.
• The island is famous for its pristine beaches and clear waters.
• We are planning a trip to a remote island next summer.

Synonyms

isle • key • atoll

Antonyms

mainland • continent • shore