Synonyms of dais

dais

noun

ˈdā-əs 

as in podium

a level usually raised surface

the speaker took his place at the front of the dais

Synonyms & Similar Words

• podium
• pulpit
• platform
• stand
• stage
• rostrum
• tribune
• balcony
• altar
• scaffold
• bimah
• riser
• gallery
• footpace

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dais

Several Kissimmee police officers moved toward the front of the room to protect the dais. — Sara-James Ranta, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026

During protests following the 2018 police shooting and killing of Stephon Clark, his brother, Stevante Clark, jumped onto the dais near then-Mayor Darrell Steinberg's seat during a protest that took over a council meeting. — Steve Large, CBS News, 30 July 2026

Princess Delphine, 58, was among those to attend the parade in front of the Royal Palace, taking a spot on the dais. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

The front row is reserved for council members, who will not be seated at the dais for today’s ceremony. — Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026