Synonyms for

Outback

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

Definition

a remote and usually uninhabited area in the interior of Australia

Synonyms & similar words

remote wilderness bush desert wasteland backcountry hinterland barren untamed uninhabited remote isolated lonely solitary unpopulated desolate arid parched dry drought-stricken barren

Synonyms by register

Formal

interior remote region wilderness hinterland

Informal

backwoods sticks boonies middle of nowhere

Literary

uncharted territory vast expanse untamed land

Antonyms

city urban civilization metropolis settlement developed area

Common collocations

  • deep outback
  • remote outback
  • Australian outback
  • travel the outback
  • live in the outback
  • explore the outback
  • heart of the outback

Word family

noun outback

Usage note

Primarily refers to the sparsely populated, arid interior of Australia. While it can be used metaphorically for any remote or undeveloped area, its strongest association is with Australia.

Example sentences

  1. The outback is a vast area of Australia with very few people living there.
  2. The outback is a popular destination for tourists who want to experience the wilderness.
  3. The outback is known for its unique wildlife and beautiful landscapes.
  4. Many indigenous people have lived in the outback for thousands of years.
  5. The outback can be a dangerous place to travel without proper preparation.

Quotes

  • "The outback is a hard country, but it's also a beautiful one." - Bill Bryson
  • "The outback is a place of great natural beauty and wonder." - Unknown
  • "The outback is a vast and wonderful place, full of surprises and secrets." - Unknown

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