Synonyms for

Skies

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

Definition

The region of the atmosphere and outer space seen from the earth.

Synonyms & similar words

toss flip sky ski pitch heavens firmament atmosphere vault expanse ether canopy dome blue welkin air open outdoors outside space realm area territory

Synonyms by register

Formal

atmosphere heavens firmament

Informal

air up there

Literary

azure vault celestial sphere

Antonyms

ground earth land surface depths underworld

Common collocations

  • clear skies
  • cloudy skies
  • stormy skies
  • blue skies
  • open skies
  • under the skies
  • skies are clear
  • skies are gray

Word family

noun sky

Usage note

Skies is the plural of sky. It is often used in phrases to describe the appearance or condition of the atmosphere.

Example sentences

  1. The skies were painted with different colors during the sunset.
  2. The birds flew high into the skies.
  3. The plane disappeared into the cloudy skies.
  4. The stars were shining bright in the dark skies.
  5. The kite soared up into the clear skies.

Quotes

  • The sky broke like an egg into full sunset and the water caught fire.
  • The sky is the daily bread of the eyes.
  • The sky is not a limit, it's an invitation.

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