Synonyms for

Boulevard

Verb / ˈbʊlʌˌvɑ:rd / Another word for boulevard — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a wide street or avenue in a city or town

Synonyms & similar words

avenue avenue street road drive highway lane way path thoroughfare promenade boardwalk esplanade walkway terrace plaza square piazza courtyard garden park

Synonyms by register

Formal

avenue thoroughfare promenade esplanade

Informal

street road main drag

Literary

corso grand avenue

Antonyms

alley lane path track trail footpath

Common collocations

  • wide boulevard
  • tree-lined boulevard
  • cobblestone boulevard
  • cross the boulevard
  • walk along the boulevard
  • boulevard cafe
  • boulevard lights

Word family

noun boulevard

Usage note

A boulevard is typically a wide street, often with trees or a median strip. It is generally not used for very narrow or unpaved paths.

Example sentences

  1. The parade marched down the boulevard with floats and music.
  2. I live on a boulevard with many trees and gardens.
  3. We took a stroll on the boulevard and enjoyed the view.
  4. The boulevard is lined with shops and restaurants.
  5. The city decorated the boulevard with lights for the holidays.

Quotes

  • "The Boulevard of Broken Dreams" - Green Day
  • "I'm the king of the world, on a boulevard of broken dreams." - James Cameron
  • "You and I are gonna live forever, on a boulevard of broken dreams." - Oasis

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