Synonyms of ceiling

ceiling

noun

ˈsē-liŋ 

1

as in limit

a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go

there's a ceiling on prices

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limit
• limitation
• confines
• boundary
• end
• line
• extent
• cap
• bound
• barrier
• termination
• wall
• fence
• edge
• border
• rim
• margin
• extremity
• terminus
• outside
• verge
• fag end
• bar
• brim
• restraint
• hedge
• stop

2

as in roof

a raised covering over something for decoration or protection

we sat around the campfire under a ceiling of stars

Synonyms & Similar Words

• roof
• canopy
• tent
• dome
• pavilion
• awning
• cover
• umbrella
• screen
• shelter
• shield
• canvas
• marquee
• arbor
• fly
• shade
• pergola
• bower
• sunshade

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ceiling

There’s one shot that puts you directly under Winter in medias yowl, as light flares stream from the ceiling and across his face, that will take your breath away. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2026

Iowa lawmakers will return to the Statehouse Friday to consider expanding the ceiling on state tax incentives in an effort to secure a $15 billion steel plant project for the state. — Hannah Fingerhut, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2026

Sand-like granules collecting in gutters, curling or missing shingles, brittle or cracking shingles, sagging sections and indoor leaks or ceiling stains are the standard indicators that a roof is failing. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

Wild footage shows water pouring down in streams from the ceiling of an Emirates flight as passengers attempted to cover themselves and keep dry. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing ceiling

• hit the ceiling