Synonyms for

Boundary

Verb / ˈbaʊndɜ:i: / / ˈbaʊndri: / Another word for boundary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a line that marks the limits of an area; a dividing line

Synonyms & similar words

limit bound bounds edge border edge frontier limit line perimeter periphery rim brink margin circumference bound partition divide separation barrier enclosure fence hedge wall

Synonyms by register

Formal

limit frontier perimeter demarcation

Informal

edge line border end

Literary

confine verge brink

Antonyms

center middle interior inside core heart

Common collocations

  • property boundary
  • set a boundary
  • cross the boundary
  • boundary line
  • personal boundary
  • boundary dispute
  • boundary wall
  • boundary marker

Word family

noun boundary
verb bound
adjective bounded
adverb boundedly

Usage note

While 'boundary' can refer to a physical line, it is also commonly used metaphorically for limits in relationships or behavior. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The river forms the boundary between the two countries.
  2. Please don't cross the boundary of the playground.
  3. The boundary of the forest is marked by a fence.
  4. The teacher drew a boundary on the whiteboard.
  5. The boundary between reality and fantasy is blurry in this story.

Quotes

  • There is no boundary to human endeavor.
  • The only boundary to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.
  • The boundary between genius and insanity is very thin.

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