What is another word for wall?

Common synonyms for wall include surround, paries, rampart, palisade, fence.

What is the opposite of wall?

Antonyms of wall include opening, gap, doorway, entrance, passage.

Synonyms for

Wall

Noun / wɔ:l / Another word for wall — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A structure that encloses an area, typically made of brick or stone.

Synonyms & similar words

surround paries rampart palisade fence fencein bulwark barrier partition divider enclosure fence hedge obstacle rampart screen separation shield barricade bulkhead dam embankment fortification palisade parapet perimeter

Synonyms by register

Formal

barrier partition structure enclosure

Informal

barrier screen divider

Literary

bulwark rampart parapet

Antonyms

opening gap doorway entrance passage breach

Common collocations

brick wall
stone wall
party wall
inner wall
outer wall
thick wall
thin wall
build a wall

Word family

noun wall

verb wall

adjective walled

Usage note

While 'wall' can refer to any vertical structure, it most commonly implies a solid, continuous barrier. Be mindful of context when using synonyms like 'partition' which often implies dividing an interior space.

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