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

Notably, these brands have prioritized the Thonburi riverside over traditional central Bangkok locations, with IconSiam functioning as a global business and lifestyle hub and reflecting Siam Piwat’s success in repositioning Thonburi to stand alongside established prime districts. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 25 Mar. 2026

The town also has plenty of daylight allure with charming gift and thrift shops, indoor and outdoor casual dining spots, and a riverside greenway that runs straight through town. —Erica Silverstein, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2026

Trails vary from gentle riverside paths to steep, rocky climbs with expansive views over the blooming valley. —Alexandra Gillespie, Outside, 6 Mar. 2026

The Shepherd’s huts offer small suites with riverside balconies and hot tubs, while residences like The Oaks give your crew a full home to enjoy. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026

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