Synonyms of islets

islets

noun

plural of islet

as in islands

a fairly small area of land completely surrounded by water

landed the boat on a tiny islet that we had all to ourselves

Synonyms & Similar Words

• islands
• isles
• atolls
• coral reefs
• cays
• keys
• barrier reefs

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continents
• mains
• mainlands

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of islets

At Huahine, Evrima’s on-board marina will offer watersports and swimming directly from the ship, and a visit to the island of Taha’a will feature a beach day on one of the motu, or secluded islets, off the coast. — Scott Laird, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2026

Stockholm sits at the western edge of an archipelago containing more than 30,000 islands and islets. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

State media reports on Sunday said several tourism companies suspended their speedboat services between the islets after the deadly capsize. — CBS News, 13 July 2026

Last year, Centara opened two new resorts in the North Male Atoll, a chain of over 50 islands and islets that’s home to mesmerising corals and marine life. — Deeya Sonalkar, TheWeek, 18 June 2026

La Romana's proximity to the pristine beaches of Saona Island and Catalina Island, two hidden islets that are easily accessible by boat, make this destination a must-see for travelers looking to explore beyond the typical tourist routes. — Condé Nast Traveler, 11 June 2026

Nosy Iranja, Madagascar Off the coast of Madagascar, a lowering tide reveals two tiny islets from a sandbar. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026

Although it was affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Siesta Key—part of a string of islets along Florida’s southwest coast—is well on its way to recovery. — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026

Toward Smarter Cell Therapies That is where the cyborg islets from Liu and Alvarez could make a difference. — IEEE Spectrum, 4 Mar. 2026