Synonyms of lakes

lakes

noun

plural of lake

as in ponds

a large area of water that is surrounded by land

They own a cottage on the lake.

the shores of the lake

Related Words

• ponds
• lagoons
• lochs
• reservoirs
• pools
• tarns
• water holes
• wells
• basins
• puddles
• loughs
• meres
• billabongs
• sinkholes
• potholes
• stanks
• holes
• swimming pools

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lakes

During this era, large lakes and possibly even oceans are thought to have existed on Mars. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 8 Aug. 2026

For years, organizations have invested millions in building data lakes. — Crispin Beale, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Even a short drive reveals dense forests, sparkling lakes, and opportunities to spot moose. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026

Lach said the department trains year-round in rivers, lakes, and lagoons throughout Chicago, and will operate in nearly every weather condition except lightning. — Darius Johnson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Visit one of the area’s large, open lakes for sweeping views skyward, or book a remote cabin or local lodge room to stargaze closer to bed. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 6 Aug. 2026

People have driven to the edges of cliffs and even into lakes. — Shayla Love, New Yorker, 6 Aug. 2026

They have also been found in the bloodstreams of 98% of people tested, as well as in wildlife, fish, water — including rivers, lakes and nearshore waters — and soil. — Susanne Rust follow, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Water levels in lakes and rivers dropped too low for recreation, wildfires swept through the Wayne National Forest, and crop losses meant fewer of the region’s beloved pawpaw fruit when the annual Ohio Pawpaw Festival arrived. — Fiona Doherty, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026