EARTH Synonyms: 98 Similar and Opposite Words

earth

noun

ˈərth

Definition of earth

as in planet

the celestial body on which we live environmentalists who are committed to preserving the earth

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as in soil

the solid part of our planet's surface as distinguished from the sea and air after nearly drowning, I was glad to feel the earth under my feet

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as in ground

the loose surface material in which plants naturally grow set the plants deep enough into the earth so that they'll be sure to take root

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as in fortune

a very large amount of money it'll cost the earth to repair that porcelain vase, so make sure that it's worth it

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Recent Examples of earth Significant coastal erosion left a large crack in the earth at the spot last month, caused by several powerful Pacific Ocean storms that raised surf levels and created destructive waves. — Michele Gile, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026 Quartz is often mistaken for quartzite, a natural stone, cut from the earth, that is also used for countertops. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026 Water snakes prefer the wetlands, riverbanks, lakes, and streams, and tiny species like flathead snakes are more likely to push through topsoil, mulch, and damp earth, rather than burrow underground. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 7 Nov. 2026 For a few minutes, Keyser brought Downers Grove North back down to earth. — Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for earth

Recent Examples of Synonyms for earth

Noun

As the planet heats up and enters a new era of climate extremes, from deadly flooding to brutal heat waves, the spotlight should be on methane, according to Brownstein.

— Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2026
Anyone who works with data centers is just about ready to throw in the towel on planet Earth and take their infrastructure efforts to space, with voters having opposed data center construction via 40 different ballot measures.

— Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of planet

Noun

After a full day of searching, authorities found freshly disturbed soil in the woods not far from the home of the boy’s grandfather.

— Allen G. Breed, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
Subsidence has erased 6 feet of soil since 1924 at a University of Florida agricultural research station near Belle Glade.

— Nicolas Rivero, Sun Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of soil

Noun

Complimentary shuttle service within the resort's expansive grounds ensures effortless exploration between dining venues, beaches, and activities.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
The team will examine whether such aircraft could operate with fewer airport facilities and less ground support.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of ground

Noun

Both the son and grandson of a musician, Fields is a prodigy on the pianoforte, and his family uproots itself to dedicate time and resources to guiding Fields toward fame and fortune.

— Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 11 Nov. 2026
Trump saw his political fortunes — and that of the country — in Huang’s Nvidia.

— Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of fortune

Noun

His innovative menus might be inspired by both his German upbringing and world travels, but that doesn’t mean trying to fit the entire globe in one menu.

— Nathan Tavares, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
He was known for his love of globes, often photographed posing with them, according to The Post.

— Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of globe

Noun

Hall explained that his family had made it onto their new land but still needed a few materials to get things working properly.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2026
An adjacent overpass over Agoura Road, as well as a land bridge still being built between the structures, are currently bare.

— Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of land

Noun

Bringing free and subscription services together creates opportunities to better serve viewers, connect audiences, and build smarter bundles.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Nov. 2026
The attorney also noted that the Sunday Ticket plaintiffs can file a new case now that the bundle is off DirecTV and on YouTube.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026