Synonyms for

Floors

Verb / flɔ:rz / Another word for floors — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Floors are the flat surfaces that people walk on inside a building.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

levels stories platforms

Informal

decks stages

Literary

ground foundation

Antonyms

ceilings roofs summits peaks tops heights

Common collocations

  • ground floor
  • first floor
  • top floor
  • lower floor
  • upper floor
  • concrete floor
  • wooden floor
  • clean the floors

Word family

noun floor
verb floor

Usage note

As a noun, 'floors' refers to the flat surface of a room or building. As a verb, 'to floor' means to surprise or bewilder someone.

Example sentences

  1. I dropped my pencil on the floor.
  2. We need to sweep the floors before the guests arrive.
  3. The dance studio has a special type of floor that is good for dancing.
  4. The floors in my house are made of hardwood.
  5. They installed new floors in the office over the weekend.

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