Synonyms for

Ground

Noun / graʊnd / Another word for ground — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The solid surface of the earth; an area of land used for a particular purpose or activity; the basis or foundation for something.

Synonyms & similar words

bray primer moil travail land crunch figure establish mash labour earth base undercoat background grate fag soil reason labor drudge footing craunch grind prime basis earth land terrain soil dirt field yard plot base foundation bottom floor surface level crush pulverize powder mash grind press

Synonyms by register

Formal

foundation basis terrestrial earthly

Informal

dirt floor land soil

Literary

terra firma earth loam

Antonyms

sky air heaven ceiling top height

Common collocations

  • on the ground
  • ground floor
  • ground beef
  • ground breaking
  • ground coffee
  • ground zero
  • ground rules

Word family

noun ground
verb ground
adjective grounded
adverb groundedly

Usage note

As a noun, 'ground' can refer to the surface of the earth or a basis for something. As a verb, it can mean to prevent an aircraft from flying or to connect an electrical device to the earth.

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Example sentences

  1. The ground was wet after the rain.
  2. The playground is a fun place to run and play.
  3. The farmer plowed the ground to prepare for planting.
  4. The construction workers dug up the ground to lay pipes.
  5. The basketball court has a hard ground surface.

Quotes

  • The ground's generosity takes in our compost and grows beauty!
  • The only way to keep your feet on the ground is to keep standing up.
  • I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. -Jimmy Dean

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