Synonyms for

Waterfront

Verb / ˈwɔ:tɜ:ˌfrʌnt / Another word for waterfront — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Waterfront refers to the land that is directly next to a body of water like a lake, river, or ocean.

Synonyms & similar words

waterside shoreline coastline seashore beachfront harborfront quayside marina pier dock jetty embankment wharf landing mooring anchor seafront bayfront riverfront

Synonyms by register

Formal

seaboard coastline littoral

Informal

dockside riverside lakeshore

Literary

brink margin edge

Antonyms

inland interior landlocked midland terrestrial

Common collocations

  • waterfront property
  • waterfront development
  • waterfront dining
  • waterfront living
  • waterfront access
  • waterfront district
  • waterfront park

Word family

noun waterfront
adjective waterfront

Usage note

Primarily used as a noun referring to the area along the edge of a body of water, especially in a city or town. Can also be used as an adjective.

Example sentences

  1. I love going to the waterfront to watch the boats sail by.
  2. The restaurant on the waterfront has the best seafood in town.
  3. The waterfront is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.
  4. The city has plans to develop the waterfront into a park.
  5. The fireworks show on the waterfront was amazing.

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