Synonyms for

Fissures

Verb / ˈfɪʃɜ:z / Another word for fissures — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A fissure is a long, narrow crack or opening, often found in rocks or the surface of the earth.

Synonyms & similar words

cleft fissure crevice crack scissure cranny chap cracks crevices splits rifts gaps clefts fractures breaks fissures chinks apertures holes chasms fissures crevasses cavities canyons chasms gorges ravines

Example sentences

  1. The hiker slipped and fell into a deep fissure in the rock.
  2. The earthquake caused large fissures to appear in the ground.
  3. The doctor examined the patient's fissures to determine the cause of the pain.
  4. The old wooden bridge had several fissures in its structure.
  5. The explorers discovered a hidden cave behind a narrow fissure.

Quotes

  • A narrow fissure often reveals more than a wide chasm.
  • In the darkness of the fissure, there is always a glimmer of light.
  • Strength lies in the ability to mend the fissures of a broken heart.

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