Synonyms of fjord

fjord

noun

fē-ˈȯrd 

variants also fiord

as in bay

a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline

a cruise through the breathtaking fjords along the coast of Norway

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bay
• estuary
• loch
• cove
• firth
• inlet
• gulf
• creek
• port
• harbor
• embayment
• bight
• arm
• bayou
• strait
• sound
• roadstead
• narrow
• road(s)
• slough
• backwater

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fjord

Trenholm’s work focuses on Arctic glacial fjord systems, investigating the physical and biogeochemical changes occurring as glaciers retreat and assessing what that means for coastal ecosystems and global sea levels. — Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026

Visitors can take a strenuous hike up an old farm path to be close to the waterfall and soak up panoramic views of the surrounding fjords and mountains, or marvel while on a boat ride across the fjord. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 16 July 2026

From the beaches of Barbuda to the fjords of Norway, there's money (and money problems) everywhere. — Robert Smith, NPR, 8 July 2026

Alaska is a state of pure beauty—a vast, beautiful destination filled with icy fjords and snowy peaks. — Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026