Synonyms of lowland
11 similar words · 5 opposite words
Another word for lowland is bottomland. Other synonyms of lowland are marsh and floodplain. The opposite of lowland is upland.
Synonyms and similar words for lowland
nounAn area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas.
- bottomlandFlat land along a river, lying a few feet above normal high water, naturally fertile, and often consisting of alluvial...
- bottomlands
- alluvial plainA plain formed by the deposition of sediment from the periodic flooding of a river.
- floodplainA low-lying plain adjacent to a river subject to flooding during periods of high rainfall or at high tide.
- slough
- bayou
- marshAn area of low, wet land, often with tall grass or herbaceous plants.
- bog
- fen
- moor
- morass
Opposite of lowland
nounAn area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas.
Meaning of lowland
- noun An area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas.
lowland in other languages
Questions about synonyms of lowland
- What is another word for lowland?
- Lowland has 11 synonyms on Word.ws, such as bottomland, marsh and floodplain.
- What is the opposite of lowland?
- The opposite of lowland is upland. Other antonyms of lowland are highland and highlands.
- What does lowland mean?
- Lowland means an area which is considered particularly low or lower than surrounding areas.
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