Synonyms for

Indoor

Verb / ˈɪˌndɔ:r / Another word for indoor — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Indoor means inside a building or enclosed space.

Synonyms & similar words

outdoor inside interior enclosed covered sheltered domestic home internal inner protected shielded confined contained private restricted safe secluded secret shut

Synonyms by register

Formal

domestic interior enclosed

Informal

inside sheltered cozy

Literary

hearthside chambered

Antonyms

outdoor exterior external open-air uncovered wild

Common collocations

  • indoor plants
  • indoor games
  • indoor activities
  • indoor air quality
  • indoor swimming pool
  • indoor market
  • indoor cat
  • indoor seating

Word family

noun indoors
adverb indoors

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to describe something that takes place or is situated inside a building. 'Indoors' can function as both a noun and an adverb.

Example sentences

  1. I like to play indoor games with my friends when it's too cold to go outside.
  2. We had an indoor picnic because it was too rainy to go to the park.
  3. The indoor pool at the hotel was very nice.
  4. We had to move our outdoor party indoors because of the storm.
  5. I prefer indoor activities to outdoor ones.

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