Synonyms for

Riverbank

Verb / ˈrɪvɜ:ˌbæŋk / Another word for riverbank — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'riverbank' is the land beside a river.

Synonyms & similar words

riverside bank shore embankment riverside waterfront rivershore riverside riverfront river-edge river-margin riverside riverside riverside riverside riverside riverside riverside riverside riverside

Example sentences

  1. I sat on the riverbank and watched the ducks swim by.
  2. The boat docked near the riverbank.
  3. We went fishing from the riverbank.
  4. The riverbank was covered in beautiful flowers.
  5. The children played on the sandy riverbank.

Quotes

  • “A river cuts through rock, not because of its power but because of its persistence.” - Jim Watkins
  • “Time is a river which sweeps me along, but I am the river; it is a tiger which destroys me, but I am the tiger; it is a fire which consumes me, but I am the fire.” - Jorge Luis Borges
  • “Time is a river, and books are boats. Many volumes start down that stream, only to be wrecked and lost beyond recall in its sands. Only a few, a very few, endure the testings of time and live to bless the ages following.” - Louis L'Amour

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