COUNTRYSIDE Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

countryside

noun

ˈkən-trē-ˌsīd

Definition of countryside

as in country

the open rural area outside of big towns and cities everyone hates to see the countryside ruined by new developments

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Recent Examples of countryside According to the newspaper, the couple wanted to lean into the idea that a single-story home in the countryside can be more architecturally ambitious than a standard bungalow. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 July 2026 The village's northwest-facing coastline offers clear views toward the low evening eclipse, while the surrounding Cornish countryside remains relatively dark after sunset. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 15 July 2026 Although her sister Elizabeth loved to escape to the countryside and the Scottish Highlands, Margaret had a preference for posher digs, according to the current owner of Old House, Amanda Walsh. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 15 July 2026 Timeless sundresses are capsule wardrobe staples, and this style with countryside couture vibes can be worn again and again. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for countryside

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The tapestry of nationalities that make up this country were able to support their teams in the greatest sporting event on Earth.

— Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
After 104 games across three countries over five and a half weeks, the 23rd edition of the men’s World Cup was down to its closing stages.

— Oliver Kay, New York Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of country

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Aaron Nkrumah, wing, 6-5, Tennessee State My favorite total out-of-nowhere guy, Nkrumah is one of only four American college players to make my top 75 despite not playing in a Power 5 conference, and unlike the others, his alma mater isn’t even a mid-major.

— John Hollinger, New York Times, 20 June 2026
Little Rock advances with an out-of-nowhere comeback that leads to an 85-83 double-overtime victory over Purdue in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2026

Definition of nowhere

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While motors are normally prohibited in the wilderness, towboats have been used to reach evacuation points.

— Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 16 July 2026
The only difference for this expanse of wilderness after Monday’s orders, say lawyers and locals involved in the fight to protect the area, is that the land is open to leases for mineral and energy extraction.

— Story Hinckley, Christian Science Monitor, 15 July 2026

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