Synonyms for

Parkway

Verb / ˈpɑ:ˌrkweɪ / Another word for parkway — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A wide road in a park or landscaped area.

Synonyms & similar words

drive freeway highway expressway thoroughfare roadway motorway boulevard avenue drive street alley lane path trail track way byway backstreet sidewalk footpath

Synonyms by register

Formal

boulevard expressway freeway highway

Informal

drive road route

Literary

promenade avenue

Antonyms

street alley lane roadway thoroughfare avenue

Common collocations

  • driving on the parkway
  • parkway traffic
  • scenic parkway
  • parkway entrance
  • parkway exit
  • along the parkway
  • parkway system

Word family

noun parkway

Usage note

A parkway is a type of road, often landscaped, designed for pleasure driving or as a scenic route. It is distinct from a regular street or highway.

Example sentences

  1. The parkway was lined with trees and flowers.
  2. The parkway is the perfect place to go for a bike ride.
  3. The parkway is closed for construction.
  4. The parkway is a great place to have a picnic.
  5. The parkway was designed to showcase the beauty of nature.

Quotes

  • The parkway is the jewel of America's National Park System.
  • The parkway is a place of tranquility and beauty.
  • The parkway is a symbol of the American dream.

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