Synonyms for

Area

Verb / ˈeri:ʌ / Another word for area — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a region or part of a town, a country, or the world.

Synonyms & similar words

expanse arena domain country orbit sphere surfacearea region field region district zone territory section locale place spot position location site scene field land ground province domain realm sphere scope

Synonyms by register

Formal

region zone territory domain expanse

Informal

spot patch neck of the woods part

Literary

realm sphere tract

Antonyms

whole entirety totality bulk mass unit

Common collocations

  • specific area
  • large area
  • small area
  • open area
  • residential area
  • industrial area
  • covered area
  • defined area

Word family

noun area
adjective areal

Usage note

Often used to refer to a specific geographical or conceptual space. Can sometimes be vague; consider using more precise terms like 'region' or 'zone' in formal contexts if applicable.

Example sentences

  1. The play area in the park was filled with children.
  2. The area around the lake is beautiful.
  3. We need to measure the area of the room before we buy furniture.
  4. There are many stores in this shopping area.
  5. The school is in a rural area.

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