mainland

The word “mainland” has 2 syllables: main-land

It's pronounced as /ˈmeɪnlænd/


What is synonym and antonym for mainland?

In the thesaurus, “mainland” has 1 synonym and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for mainland along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for mainland

  • continent

Antonyms for mainland

  • island
  • isle
  • islet

Meanings of mainland

  • noun
    1. The continent; the principal land, as distinguished from islands or a peninsula.
    2. The principal island of a group.

Example Sentences

  • She decided to explore the mainland during her vacation rather than staying on the island.
  • The bridge connects the island to the mainland, facilitating easy transportation between the two.
  • The storm caused widespread damage on the mainland, leaving many without power.
  • The wildlife sanctuary is located on the mainland and is accessible by boat.
  • Residents of the island often travel to the mainland for work and shopping.

On this page you'll find 4 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to mainland, such as: continent, island, isle, islet.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

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main

  • beef
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  • central
  • chief
  • continent
  • core
  • dominant
  • entire
  • essential
  • first
  • foremost
  • fundamental
  • greatest
  • highest
  • key
  • leading
  • mainland
  • major
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  • muscle
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  • power
  • predominant
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  • primary
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  • staple
  • thew
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mains

  • bodies
  • bulks
  • central
  • chiefs
  • continents
  • cores
  • entire
  • essences
  • essential
  • fundamental
  • leading
  • mainlands
  • major
  • masses
  • particular
  • preeminent
  • primary
  • prime
  • special
  • staples
  • vital
  • weights

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