Synonyms for

Basements

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

Definition

Basements are the lower floors of a building that are partially or completely below ground level.

Synonyms & similar words

basement cellar cellar subterrane vault sub-basement catacomb tunnel crypt cell dungeon lair burrow hole pit shelter recess retreat bottom underground underpart

Example sentences

  1. The basement is a cool place to play games in the summer.
  2. We keep our extra supplies in the basement.
  3. The basement flooded after the heavy rain.
  4. I found a hidden treasure in the basement.
  5. The basement is where the furnace is located.

Quotes

  • In the basement of the house, so dirty and so damp, my life was changed forever. - Edgar Allan Poe
  • The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one. - Oscar Wilde
  • The best ideas come from the quietest places. - Susan Cain

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