riverside

noun

riv·​er·​side ˈri-vər-ˌsīd 

: the side or bank of a river

Examples of riverside in a Sentence

We walked along the riverside.

Recent Examples on the Web

In Myanmar, where Sara was held, criminal organizations seek out riverside locations that can hold and surveil many workers. —Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025

In Warsaw, this spirit is alive along Vistula Boulevard, a three-mile-long riverside promenade dotted with cafés, bars, and a sandy beach ideal for watching the sunset over dinner from one of the dozens of food trucks ringing the riverbanks. —AFAR Media, 2 Sep. 2025

Back in the resort, there is a riverside pool, a fitness center and spa, a nail salon, and complimentary wellness classes, including yoga. —Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025

Also of note is the Landsford Canal State Park in May or June, when the riverside is covered in rocky shoals spider lilies. —Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for riverside

• actinide
• aldehyde
• alkoxide
• alongside
• amplified
• arsenide
• beautified
• biocide
• butoxide
• calcified
• ceramide
• certified

Kids Definition

riverside

noun

riv·​er·​side -ˌsīd 

: the side or bank of a river

Geographical Definition

Riverside

geographical name

Riv·​er·​side ˈri-vər-ˌsīd 

1

city in southern California population 303,871

2

city in southwestern Ohio east of Dayton population 25,201