Synonyms of islet

islet

noun

ˈī-lət 

as in island

a fairly small area of land completely surrounded by water

landed the boat on a tiny islet that we had all to ourselves

Synonyms & Similar Words

• island
• isle
• atoll
• coral reef
• cay
• barrier reef
• key

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continent
• mainland
• main

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of islet

Thankfully, Rinca, the other islet on which dragons can be easily seen, remains a quieter place. — Craig Stanford, Big Think, 7 May 2026

Nosy Iranja, Madagascar Off the coast of Madagascar, a lowering tide reveals two tiny islets from a sandbar. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026

Although it was affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Siesta Key—part of a string of islets along Florida’s southwest coast—is well on its way to recovery. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026

Goat Island, or Isla de Cabras, is a small islet in the middle of the mouth of San Juan Bay. — Kerry Breen, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026