Synonyms of isle

isle

noun

ˈī(-ə)l 

as in island

a fairly small area of land completely surrounded by water

the Australian seas are rife with uninhabited isles

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continent
• mainland
• main

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of isle

Nolan, who also wrote the screenplay, cuts between Ulysses’ trials and Telemachus’ travels through the Ionian isles to find out whether his father is still alive – a matter of some importance both to his incipient manhood and to Penelope back home. — Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 16 July 2026

Balinese, from the smaller Hindu isle, is often rawer, and features bright, exciting bursts or metallic clashes. — Steve Hochman, SPIN, 15 July 2026

Europe is dotted with picture-perfect isles that lie waiting to be explored. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 8 July 2026

Now, a rare modern masterclass in design takes center stage on the isle’s most coveted strip. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 June 2026