Synonyms for

Entrances

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

Definition

Entrances are openings or passages that allow people to enter a place.

Synonyms & similar words

charm entree incoming entryway entranceway capture enamor catch ingress becharm entry bewitch enchant captivate enamour fascinate spellbind entrance beguile trance entering doorway gateway portal access adit entryway ingress opening passage threshold vestibule admission arrival coming entranceway entry exiting greeting passageway

Synonyms by register

Formal

accesses inlets portals entryways

Informal

doors ways in gates

Literary

thresholds avenues passages

Antonyms

exits departures withdrawals retreats outlets passages

Common collocations

  • main entrances
  • emergency entrances
  • stage entrances
  • private entrances
  • public entrances
  • entrances and exits
  • entrances hall

Word family

noun entrance
verb entrance

Usage note

The noun 'entrances' refers to points of entry. The verb 'entrance' means to captivate or charm.

Example sentences

  1. The entrances to the museum were grand and impressive.
  2. The back entrances to the building were locked.
  3. The entrances to the subway station were underground.
  4. The theater had separate entrances for the orchestra and the balcony.
  5. The entrances to the castle were guarded by soldiers.

Quotes

  • Education is the entrance into the ice palace of freedom.
  • The entrance is a narrow gate. The way to life is hard. Only a few people find it.
  • The entrance into the sanctuary of truth is barred by a system of philosophy which demands adherence to fixed and immovable dogma.

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