Synonyms for

Isle

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

Definition

An island, especially a small one.

Synonyms & similar words

islet island key atoll cay rock holme eyot ait bar reef skerry land mainland continent peninsula shore coast bank islet

Synonyms by register

Formal

island islet

Informal

rock mound

Literary

atoll key

Antonyms

continent mainland peninsula archipelago landmass coast

Common collocations

  • small isle
  • remote isle
  • desert isle
  • tropical isle
  • lonely isle
  • private isle
  • uncharted isle

Word family

noun isle

Usage note

Isle is a poetic or archaic term for an island, often implying a smaller size. It is less common in modern everyday English than 'island'.

Example sentences

  1. The isle was full of beautiful palm trees.
  2. The pirate's treasure was hidden on a small isle.
  3. We took a boat to the isle for a picnic.
  4. The creatures on the isle were unlike any we had ever seen.
  5. The isle was surrounded by crystal clear water.

Quotes

  • Look at that isle in the distance, it's so beautiful. - Unknown
  • The isle was a paradise, and we never wanted to leave. - Unknown
  • The isle was full of adventure, and we explored every inch of it. - Unknown

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