Synonyms of ridge

ridge 1 of 2

noun

ˈrij 

as in crest

the line formed when two sloping surfaces come together along their topmost edge

pigeons roosting along the ridge of the roof

Synonyms & Similar Words

• crest
• peak
• spine
• divide
• backbone
• prominence
• promontory
• eminence
• ridgepole
• rise

ridge

2 of 2

verb

as in to drift

Related Words

• drift
• bank
• lump
• clump
• conglomerate
• agglutinate
• build up
• pile (up)
• accumulate
• mass
• collect
• stack (up)
• concentrate
• amass
• gather
• accrete

Dissimilar Words

• disperse
• dissipate
• scatter

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ridge

Noun

In Angra dos Reis, there are dramatic mountain vistas, verdant jungle carpeting every ridge and islet, and warm, cerulean water. — Hannah Seligson, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

The strength of the polar vortex is vulnerable to the large ridges and troughs that form in lower levels of the atmosphere and influence how the jet stream moves. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026

Verb

On those days, the secluded swim between Playa Chen Rio and Coconuts provides a clear view over the coral ridges 20 to 30 feet below. — New York Times, 13 Nov. 2025

Warm weather in the West Meanwhile, strong ridging developing over the Intermountain West will allow temperatures to rise to 10-15 degrees above average in that area. — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025