Synonyms for

Staircase

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

Definition

a set of stairs and their supporting structure

Synonyms & similar words

stairway stairs stairway steps escalier escalator ladder runway catwalk passageway corridor entryway entrance exit access aisle gangway path way

Synonyms by register

Formal

flight of stairs escalier

Informal

stairs steps

Literary

ascension gradation

Antonyms

descent ground floor level base foundation

Common collocations

  • winding staircase
  • grand staircase
  • spiral staircase
  • wooden staircase
  • stone staircase
  • broken staircase
  • climb the staircase

Word family

noun staircase
adjective stair

Usage note

While 'stairs' is often used interchangeably, 'staircase' refers to the entire structure including the steps, handrails, and supports, not just the individual steps.

Example sentences

  1. The staircase was very steep and difficult to climb.
  2. I tripped and fell down the staircase.
  3. The grand staircase in the palace was beautiful.
  4. She waited at the bottom of the staircase for her friend.
  5. The cat ran up the staircase to the attic.

Quotes

  • Life is like a staircase, you have to go up each stair to reach the top.
  • The staircase to success is never crowded because most people are unwilling to do the work.
  • Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream.

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