Synonyms of riverfrontnext
: the land or area along a river

Examples of riverfront in a Sentence

We went for a walk down at the riverfront.
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Combined with other large initiatives in town, Concourse Park is part of an ambitious plan to add more than 1,500 apartments, largely along Silver Lane and at the riverfront. Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026 Expect crowds here, and also on the San Lázaro riverfront behind. Jamie Carter, Space.com, 5 July 2026 The proposal offers up to $235 million of bond financing to help expand the Current’s stadium, build a new parking structure and improve infrastructure for the ongoing development of the riverfront. Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 In Leland, historic Fishtown provides a glimpse into the area's fishing roots, with old shanties, smokehouses, and docks still lining the riverfront. Lauren Dana Ellman, Midwest Living, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for riverfront

Word History

First Known Use

1751, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of riverfront was in 1751

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“Riverfront.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riverfront. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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