Synonyms of island

island

noun

ˈī-lənd 

as in isle

a fairly small area of land completely surrounded by water

the island of Hawaii is the largest in the Hawaiian archipelago

Synonyms & Similar Words

• isle
• atoll
• islet
• coral reef
• cay
• barrier reef
• key

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continent
• mainland
• main

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of island

This smooth cream ale perfectly blends together pineapple and coconut, inspired by the famously tropical cocktail and transports you straight to island life. — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026

By 15, Merhige became the youngest person to solo swim the Molokai Channel, a roughly 27-mile stretch between Hawaii’s Oahu and Molokai islands. — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Phu Quoc, Vietnam Phu Quoc has emerged as Vietnam’s luxury island destination, combining tropical beaches, protected forests, and a growing portfolio of private villas and upscale resorts. — Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Search crews spent two days looking for the teenager before a National Park Service ranger found his body near the island's northwestern tip on July 6. — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026