Synonyms for

Atlantic

Verb / ʌˈtlæntɪk / / ʌˈtlænɪk / Another word for atlantic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or denoting the Atlantic Ocean or the countries bordering it.

Synonyms & similar words

atlantic atlanticocean oceanic seafaring maritime nautical naval seagoing pelagic transatlantic overseas continental abysmal deep-sea offshore oceanographic submarine undersea seaside coastal shoreline seaboard

Synonyms by register

Formal

oceanic pelagic thalassic

Literary

thalassic oceanic

Antonyms

inland continental terrestrial landlocked interior

Common collocations

  • Atlantic Ocean
  • North Atlantic
  • South Atlantic
  • Atlantic coast
  • Atlantic charter
  • Atlantic salmon
  • Atlantic City
  • Atlantic hurricane

Word family

noun Atlantic
adjective Atlantic

Usage note

Primarily used as a proper adjective referring to the Atlantic Ocean or its surrounding regions. It is not typically used as a common adjective for things not directly related to the ocean.

Example sentences

  1. The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest ocean in the world.
  2. Many ships cross the Atlantic Ocean to transport goods and people.
  3. The Atlantic Ocean has a lot of different marine animals.
  4. My family and I went on a vacation to the Atlantic coast.
  5. The Atlantic region of Canada is known for its lobster.

Quotes

  • The Atlantic is a stormy moat, and the Mediterranean, a moat without a storm. - Francis Bacon
  • The Atlantic is a vast cemetery, and every ship is a tombstone. - David Lloyd George
  • The Atlantic Ocean is really, really huge. - Laurie Anderson

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