Synonyms of mile

mile

noun

ˈmī(-ə)l 

as in infinity

a long distance

the recluse lived in a small cabin miles away from his closest neighbor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• infinity
• long haul
• far cry
• country mile
• afar
• light-year

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• inch
• step
• hair
• stone's throw

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mile

The 70-mile roundtrip to the hospital now costs more due to higher gas prices. — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026

The plan rose to prominence after 2023, when the Eagle Sewer District committed to a $20 million upgrade to its filtration system at its facility a mile west of Eagle on the north bank of the Boise River’s north channel. — Noah Daly august 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 Aug. 2026

The park recently expanded to incorporate the former Whirlpool and Devil’s Hole state parks, creating nearly five miles of continuous trails and overlooks along the Niagara Gorge. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026

This quaint, old — and largely untouristed — town about 90 miles from Lisbon is well worth the stop. — Rick Steves, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing mile

• a mile a minute
• country mile