Synonyms for
Mountain
Definition
a large natural elevation of the earth's surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level
Synonyms & similar words
gooddeal
mass
pot
quitealittle
spate
lot
batch
plenty
flock
wad
mount
deal
sight
mess
tidysum
hatful
stack
muckle
peck
mint
passel
raft
pile
heap
greatdeal
peak
hill
mount
pinnacle
summit
altitude
cliff
crag
highland
mountaintop
range
ridge
sierra
upland
prominence
elevation
massif
mesa
plateau
volcano
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- tall mountain
- steep mountain
- snow-capped mountain
- climb a mountain
- mountain range
- foot of the mountain
- mountain air
- mountain view
Word family
noun mountain
adjective mountainous
Usage note
While 'mountain' can be used informally, it's generally a neutral term. Be aware of scale; a 'hill' is typically smaller than a 'mountain'.
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Example sentences
- The mountain was so high that I had to catch my breath every few steps.
- We are going on a hike in the mountains this weekend.
- The mountain range is home to many different types of animals.
- I love skiing down the mountain in the winter.
- The view from the top of the mountain is breathtaking.
Quotes
The mountains are calling, and I must go. - John Muir
The best view comes after the hardest climb. - Unknown
I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order. - John Burroughs